Detroit Achievement Academy vs Rutherford Winans Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 819 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Detroit Achievement Academy
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
352 students
Rutherford Winans Academy
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
152 students
| Measure | Detroit Achievement Academy Detroit, Michigan | Rutherford Winans Academy Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1432 of 1,581 | #1399 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #47816 of 50,301 | #46934 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 352 | 152 |
| Enrollment | 352 | 152 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.4% | 92.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rutherford Winans Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.4 vs 14.6).
- •Detroit Achievement Academy does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Detroit Achievement Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.4% vs 92.1%).
- •Rutherford Winans Academy does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 16.8).
- •Detroit Achievement Academy is the larger school with 352 students compared with 152.
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 Detroit Achievement Academy better than Rutherford Winans Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Rutherford Winans Academy ranks higher (16.4 vs 14.6 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 Detroit Achievement Academy and Rutherford Winans Academy?
About 819 m in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Detroit Achievement Academy: 352. Rutherford Winans Academy: 152. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Detroit Achievement Academy and Rutherford Winans Academy rank in Michigan?
Detroit Achievement Academy is 1432nd of 1,581 and Rutherford Winans Academy is 1399th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).