Cole Academy East vs Glencairn School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cole Academy East
East Lansing · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
148 students
Glencairn School
East Lansing · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
298 students
| Measure | Cole Academy East East Lansing, Michigan | Glencairn School East Lansing, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #683 of 1,581 | #88 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #24593 of 50,301 | #5247 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 148 | 298 |
| Enrollment | 148 | 298 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.1% | 23.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 77% |
| Math proficiency | – | 72% |
| city | East Lansing | East Lansing |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Glencairn School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.5 vs 50.8).
- •Glencairn School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.8% vs 54.1%).
- •Cole Academy East does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 16.6).
- •Glencairn School is the larger school with 298 students compared with 148.
- •Cole Academy East is a charter school while Glencairn School is a public 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 Cole Academy East better than Glencairn School?
On the Success Index (US), Glencairn School ranks higher (79.5 vs 50.8 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 Cole Academy East and Glencairn School?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between East Lansing and East Lansing in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cole Academy East: 148. Glencairn School: 298. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cole Academy East and Glencairn School rank in Michigan?
Cole Academy East is 683rd of 1,581 and Glencairn School is 88th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).