Crescent Academy Elementary vs Laurus Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 687 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Crescent Academy Elementary
Southfield · Charter elementary · Grades 3–6
265 students
Laurus Academy
Southfield · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
791 students
| Measure | Crescent Academy Elementary Southfield, Michigan | Laurus Academy Southfield, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1512 of 1,581 | #1239 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #49421 of 50,301 | #41715 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 265 | 791 |
| Enrollment | 265 | 791 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.5% | 83.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 27% |
| city | Southfield | Southfield |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Laurus Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.0 vs 10.1).
- •Laurus Academy does better on math proficiency (27% vs 11%).
- •Laurus Academy does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 22%).
- •Laurus Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.4% vs 98.5%).
- •Crescent Academy Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 18.0).
- •Laurus Academy is the larger school with 791 students compared with 265.
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 Crescent Academy Elementary better than Laurus Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Laurus Academy ranks higher (25.0 vs 10.1 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 Crescent Academy Elementary and Laurus Academy?
About 687 m in a straight line, between Southfield and Southfield in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Crescent Academy Elementary: 265. Laurus Academy: 791. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Crescent Academy Elementary and Laurus Academy rank in Michigan?
Crescent Academy Elementary is 1512th of 1,581 and Laurus Academy is 1239th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).