Congress Elementary vs Rankin Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 155 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Congress Elementary
Grand Rapids · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
237 students
Rankin Elementary School
Swartz Creek · Public elementary · Grades K–5
237 students
| Measure | Congress Elementary Grand Rapids, Michigan | Rankin Elementary School Swartz Creek, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1212 of 1,581 | #573 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #40834 of 50,301 | #21266 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 237 | 237 |
| Enrollment | 237 | 237 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.9% | 84.4% |
| Students per teacher | 21.5 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 57% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Swartz Creek |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rankin Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.6 vs 26.3).
- •Rankin Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 22%).
- •Rankin Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 37%).
- •Congress Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.9% vs 84.4%).
- •Rankin Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 21.5).
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 Congress Elementary better than Rankin Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Rankin Elementary School ranks higher (55.6 vs 26.3 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 Congress Elementary and Rankin Elementary School?
About 155 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Swartz Creek in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Congress Elementary: 237. Rankin Elementary School: 237. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Congress Elementary and Rankin Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Congress Elementary is 1212th of 1,581 and Rankin Elementary School is 573rd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).