Dawson Elementary School vs West Ward Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dawson Elementary School
Allegan · Public elementary · Grades K–5
278 students
West Ward Elementary School
Allegan · Public elementary · Grades K–5
247 students
| Measure | Dawson Elementary School Allegan, Michigan | West Ward Elementary School Allegan, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #865 of 1,581 | #751 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #30082 of 50,301 | #26460 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 278 | 247 |
| Enrollment | 278 | 247 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.9% | 64% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| city | Allegan | Allegan |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Ward Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.1 vs 42.8).
- •West Ward Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •West Ward Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Dawson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.9% vs 64%).
- •Dawson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 16.5).
- •Dawson Elementary School is the larger school with 278 students compared with 247.
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 Dawson Elementary School better than West Ward Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), West Ward Elementary School ranks higher (48.1 vs 42.8 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 Dawson Elementary School and West Ward Elementary School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Allegan and Allegan in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dawson Elementary School: 278. West Ward Elementary School: 247. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dawson Elementary School and West Ward Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Dawson Elementary School is 865th of 1,581 and West Ward Elementary School is 751st of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).