Clague Middle School vs Thurston Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 562 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clague Middle School
Ann Arbor · Public middle · Grades 6–8
696 students
Thurston Elementary School
Ann Arbor · Public elementary · Grades K–5
506 students
| Measure | Clague Middle School Ann Arbor, Michigan | Thurston Elementary School Ann Arbor, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #12 of 485 | #55 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #1040 of 15,369 | #3812 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 696 | 506 |
| Enrollment | 696 | 506 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14.5% | 20.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 79% |
| city | Ann Arbor | Ann Arbor |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (82.9 vs 82.2).
- •Thurston Elementary School does better on math proficiency (79% vs 75%).
- •Clague Middle School does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 73%).
- •Clague Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.5% vs 20.2%).
- •Thurston Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 18.8).
- •Clague Middle School is the larger school with 696 students compared with 506.
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 Clague Middle School better than Thurston Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Clague Middle School and Thurston Elementary School?
About 562 m in a straight line, between Ann Arbor and Ann Arbor in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clague Middle School: 696. Thurston Elementary School: 506. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clague Middle School and Thurston Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Clague Middle School is 12th of 485 and Thurston Elementary School is 55th of 1,581 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).