Cole Academy vs Willow School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 2.3 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
Willow School
Lansing · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
273 students
| Measure | Cole Academy Lansing, Michigan | Willow School Lansing, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #806 of 1,581 | #1447 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #28019 of 50,301 | #48234 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 155 | 273 |
| Enrollment | 155 | 273 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.5% | 89.7% |
| Students per teacher | 25.8 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 15% |
| city | Lansing | Lansing |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cole Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.8 vs 13.7).
- •Cole Academy does better on math proficiency (52% vs 15%).
- •Cole Academy does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 15%).
- •Cole Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.5% vs 89.7%).
- •Willow School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 25.8).
- •Willow School is the larger school with 273 students compared with 155.
- •Cole Academy is a charter school while Willow 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 Willow School?
On the Success Index (US), Cole Academy ranks higher (45.8 vs 13.7 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 Willow School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Lansing and Lansing in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cole Academy: 155. Willow School: 273. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cole Academy and Willow School rank in Michigan?
Cole Academy is 806th of 1,581 and Willow School is 1447th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).