Cole Academy East vs Post Oak School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 2.0 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
Post Oak School
Lansing · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
430 students
| Measure | Cole Academy East East Lansing, Michigan | Post Oak School Lansing, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #683 of 1,581 | #732 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #24593 of 50,301 | #25979 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 148 | 430 |
| Enrollment | 148 | 430 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.1% | 65.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 52% |
| Math proficiency | – | 47% |
| city | East Lansing | Lansing |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cole Academy East scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.8 vs 48.8).
- •Cole Academy East does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.1% vs 65.6%).
- •Post Oak School does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 16.4).
- •Post Oak School is the larger school with 430 students compared with 148.
- •Cole Academy East is a charter school while Post Oak 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 Post Oak School?
On the Success Index (US), Cole Academy East ranks higher (50.8 vs 48.8 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 Post Oak School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between East Lansing and Lansing in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cole Academy East: 148. Post Oak School: 430. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cole Academy East and Post Oak School rank in Michigan?
Cole Academy East is 683rd of 1,581 and Post Oak School is 732nd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).