Central Middle School vs East Shore Leadership Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle School
Port Huron · Public middle · Grades 6–8
599 students
East Shore Leadership Academy
Port Huron · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
163 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Port Huron, Michigan | East Shore Leadership Academy Port Huron, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #419 of 485 | #1478 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #13265 of 15,369 | #48896 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 599 | 163 |
| Enrollment | 599 | 163 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.4% | 92.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 17% |
| city | Port Huron | Port Huron |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.8 vs 11.9).
- •Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (18% vs 17%).
- •Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 22%).
- •Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.4% vs 92.6%).
- •Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 23.3).
- •Central Middle School is the larger school with 599 students compared with 163.
- •Central Middle School is a public school while East Shore Leadership Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Middle School better than East Shore Leadership Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle School ranks higher (22.8 vs 11.9 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 Middle School and East Shore Leadership Academy?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Port Huron and Port Huron in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 599. East Shore Leadership Academy: 163. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and East Shore Leadership Academy rank in Michigan?
Central Middle School is 419th of 485 and East Shore Leadership Academy is 1478th of 1,581 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).