Central School vs Charles C McGlinnen School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 115 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central School
Owosso · Public elementary · Grades K–5
409 students
Charles C McGlinnen School
Clinton Township · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
409 students
| Measure | Central School Owosso, Michigan | Charles C McGlinnen School Clinton Township, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #974 of 1,581 | #1378 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #33272 of 50,301 | #46420 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 409 | 409 |
| Enrollment | 409 | 409 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.4% | 80.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 12% |
| city | Owosso | Clinton Township |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.0 vs 17.3).
- •Central School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 12%).
- •Charles C McGlinnen School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 29%).
- •Central School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.4% vs 80.9%).
- •Central School does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 17.8).
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 School better than Charles C McGlinnen School?
On the Success Index (US), Central School ranks higher (38.0 vs 17.3 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 School and Charles C McGlinnen School?
About 115 km in a straight line, between Owosso and Clinton Township in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central School: 409. Charles C McGlinnen School: 409. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central School and Charles C McGlinnen School rank in Michigan?
Central School is 974th of 1,581 and Charles C McGlinnen School is 1378th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).