Countryside Academy Elementary vs Fair Plain East Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 7.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Countryside Academy Elementary
Benton Harbor · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
384 students
Fair Plain East Elementary
Benton Harbor · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
150 students
| Measure | Countryside Academy Elementary Benton Harbor, Michigan | Fair Plain East Elementary Benton Harbor, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1440 of 1,581 | #1456 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #48057 of 50,301 | #48376 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 384 | 150 |
| Enrollment | 384 | 150 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.1% | 95.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 6% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 3% |
| city | Benton Harbor | Benton Harbor |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.1 vs 13.3).
- •Countryside Academy Elementary does better on math proficiency (12% vs 3%).
- •Countryside Academy Elementary does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 6%).
- •Countryside Academy Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.1% vs 95.3%).
- •Fair Plain East Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 16.7).
- •Countryside Academy Elementary is the larger school with 384 students compared with 150.
- •Countryside Academy Elementary is a charter school while Fair Plain East Elementary 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 Countryside Academy Elementary better than Fair Plain East Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Countryside Academy Elementary and Fair Plain East Elementary?
About 7.9 km in a straight line, between Benton Harbor and Benton Harbor in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Countryside Academy Elementary: 384. Fair Plain East Elementary: 150. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Countryside Academy Elementary and Fair Plain East Elementary rank in Michigan?
Countryside Academy Elementary is 1440th of 1,581 and Fair Plain East Elementary is 1456th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).