Detroit Community Schools Elementary vs Three Oaks Public School Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 260 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Detroit Community Schools Elementary
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
366 students
Three Oaks Public School Academy
Muskegon · Charter elementary · Grades PK–6
363 students
| Measure | Detroit Community Schools Elementary Detroit, Michigan | Three Oaks Public School Academy Muskegon, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1513 of 1,581 | #1520 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #49424 of 50,301 | #49543 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 366 | 363 |
| Enrollment | 366 | 363 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.7% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 0.5% | 17% |
| city | Detroit | Muskegon |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (10.1 vs 9.7).
- •Three Oaks Public School Academy does better on math proficiency (17% vs 0.5%).
- •Three Oaks Public School Academy does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 11%).
- •Detroit Community Schools Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.7% vs 100%).
- •Three Oaks Public School Academy does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 16.6).
- •Detroit Community Schools Elementary is the larger school with 366 students compared with 363.
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 Community Schools Elementary better than Three Oaks Public School Academy?
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 Detroit Community Schools Elementary and Three Oaks Public School Academy?
About 260 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Muskegon in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Detroit Community Schools Elementary: 366. Three Oaks Public School Academy: 363. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Detroit Community Schools Elementary and Three Oaks Public School Academy rank in Michigan?
Detroit Community Schools Elementary is 1513th of 1,581 and Three Oaks Public School Academy is 1520th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).