Davis Middle School vs Gier Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 910 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Davis Middle School
Hillsdale · Public middle · Grades 5–8
366 students
Gier Elementary School
Hillsdale · Public elementary · Grades K–4
434 students
| Measure | Davis Middle School Hillsdale, Michigan | Gier Elementary School Hillsdale, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #336 of 485 | #860 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #10682 of 15,369 | #29954 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 366 | 434 |
| Enrollment | 366 | 434 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.3% | 63.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 42% |
| city | Hillsdale | Hillsdale |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gier Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.0 vs 35.8).
- •Gier Elementary School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 30%).
- •Gier Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 41%).
- •Davis Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.3% vs 63.1%).
- •Davis Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 16.1).
- •Gier Elementary School is the larger school with 434 students compared with 366.
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 Davis Middle School better than Gier Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Gier Elementary School ranks higher (43.0 vs 35.8 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 Davis Middle School and Gier Elementary School?
About 910 m in a straight line, between Hillsdale and Hillsdale in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Davis Middle School: 366. Gier Elementary School: 434. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Davis Middle School and Gier Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Davis Middle School is 336th of 485 and Gier Elementary School is 860th of 1,581 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).