Detroit Service Learning Academy Campus vs Emerson ElementaryMiddle School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Detroit Service Learning Academy Campus
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
847 students
Emerson ElementaryMiddle School
Detroit · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
532 students
| Measure | Detroit Service Learning Academy Campus Detroit, Michigan | Emerson ElementaryMiddle School Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 6 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1570 of 1,581 | #1476 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #50146 of 50,301 | #48800 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 847 | 532 |
| Enrollment | 847 | 532 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.8% | 91% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 5% |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerson ElementaryMiddle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.2 vs 5.8).
- •Emerson ElementaryMiddle School does better on math proficiency (5% vs 4%).
- •Detroit Service Learning Academy Campus does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 10%).
- •Emerson ElementaryMiddle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91% vs 99.8%).
- •Emerson ElementaryMiddle School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 17.3).
- •Detroit Service Learning Academy Campus is the larger school with 847 students compared with 532.
- •Detroit Service Learning Academy Campus is a charter school while Emerson ElementaryMiddle School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Service Learning Academy Campus better than Emerson ElementaryMiddle School?
On the Success Index (US), Emerson ElementaryMiddle School ranks higher (12.2 vs 5.8 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 Detroit Service Learning Academy Campus and Emerson ElementaryMiddle School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Detroit Service Learning Academy Campus: 847. Emerson ElementaryMiddle School: 532. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Detroit Service Learning Academy Campus and Emerson ElementaryMiddle School rank in Michigan?
Detroit Service Learning Academy Campus is 1570th of 1,581 and Emerson ElementaryMiddle School is 1476th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).