Dickinson Academy vs Gerald Dawkins Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dickinson Academy
Grand Rapids · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
224 students
Gerald Dawkins Academy
Grand Rapids · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
152 students
| Measure | Dickinson Academy Grand Rapids, Michigan | Gerald Dawkins Academy Grand Rapids, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1316 of 1,581 | #1117 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #44399 of 50,301 | #37547 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 224 | 152 |
| Enrollment | 224 | 152 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.4% | 96.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | – |
| Math proficiency | 17% | – |
| city | Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gerald Dawkins Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.5 vs 20.7).
- •Dickinson Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.4% vs 96.7%).
- •Gerald Dawkins Academy does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.4).
- •Dickinson Academy is the larger school with 224 students compared with 152.
- •Dickinson Academy is a public school while Gerald Dawkins Academy is a charter 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 Dickinson Academy better than Gerald Dawkins Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Gerald Dawkins Academy ranks higher (31.5 vs 20.7 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 Dickinson Academy and Gerald Dawkins Academy?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dickinson Academy: 224. Gerald Dawkins Academy: 152. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dickinson Academy and Gerald Dawkins Academy rank in Michigan?
Dickinson Academy is 1316th of 1,581 and Gerald Dawkins Academy is 1117th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).