Central School vs Meachum Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central School
Vassar · Public elementary · Grades K–5
366 students
Meachum Elementary
Millington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
476 students
| Measure | Central School Vassar, Michigan | Meachum Elementary Millington, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1166 of 1,581 | #950 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #39383 of 50,301 | #32503 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 366 | 476 |
| Enrollment | 366 | 476 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.1% | 54.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 36% |
| city | Vassar | Millington |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Meachum Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.2 vs 28.7).
- •Meachum Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •Meachum Elementary does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 32%).
- •Meachum Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.4% vs 63.1%).
- •Meachum Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 17.4).
- •Meachum Elementary is the larger school with 476 students compared with 366.
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 Meachum Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Meachum Elementary ranks higher (39.2 vs 28.7 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 Meachum Elementary?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Vassar and Millington in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central School: 366. Meachum Elementary: 476. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central School and Meachum Elementary rank in Michigan?
Central School is 1166th of 1,581 and Meachum Elementary is 950th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).