Cole Academy vs Forrest G Averill School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cole Academy
Lansing · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
155 students
Forrest G Averill School
Lansing · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
232 students
| Measure | Cole Academy Lansing, Michigan | Forrest G Averill School Lansing, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #806 of 1,581 | #1132 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #28019 of 50,301 | #38074 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 155 | 232 |
| Enrollment | 155 | 232 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.5% | 90.9% |
| Students per teacher | 25.8 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 34.5% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 34.5% |
| city | Lansing | Lansing |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cole Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.8 vs 30.7).
- •Cole Academy does better on math proficiency (52% vs 34.5%).
- •Cole Academy does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 34.5%).
- •Cole Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.5% vs 90.9%).
- •Forrest G Averill School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 25.8).
- •Forrest G Averill School is the larger school with 232 students compared with 155.
- •Cole Academy is a charter school while Forrest G Averill 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 better than Forrest G Averill School?
On the Success Index (US), Cole Academy ranks higher (45.8 vs 30.7 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 Cole Academy and Forrest G Averill School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Lansing and Lansing in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cole Academy: 155. Forrest G Averill School: 232. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cole Academy and Forrest G Averill School rank in Michigan?
Cole Academy is 806th of 1,581 and Forrest G Averill School is 1132nd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).