Central Elementary School vs Woodland Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Portage · Public elementary · Grades K–5
439 students
Woodland Elementary School
Portage · Public elementary · Grades K–5
348 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Portage, Michigan | Woodland Elementary School Portage, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #491 of 1,581 | #267 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #18901 of 50,301 | #10920 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 439 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.4% | 35.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 57% |
| city | Portage | Portage |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Woodland Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.6 vs 58.9).
- •Woodland Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 50%).
- •Woodland Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 53%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.4% vs 35.6%).
- •Woodland Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 16.3).
- •Central Elementary School is the larger school with 439 students compared with 348.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Central Elementary School better than Woodland Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Woodland Elementary School ranks higher (70.6 vs 58.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Central Elementary School and Woodland Elementary School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Portage and Portage in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 439. Woodland Elementary School: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Woodland Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Central Elementary School is 491st of 1,581 and Woodland Elementary School is 267th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).