Dickinson Academy vs Iris Becker Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 214 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
Iris Becker Elementary School
Dearborn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
224 students
| Measure | Dickinson Academy Grand Rapids, Michigan | Iris Becker Elementary School Dearborn, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1316 of 1,581 | #429 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #44399 of 50,301 | #17067 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 224 | 224 |
| Enrollment | 224 | 224 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.4% | 94.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 67% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Dearborn |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Iris Becker Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.6 vs 20.7).
- •Iris Becker Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 17%).
- •Iris Becker Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 22%).
- •Dickinson Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.4% vs 94.6%).
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 Iris Becker Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Iris Becker Elementary School ranks higher (61.6 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 Iris Becker Elementary School?
About 214 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Dearborn in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dickinson Academy: 224. Iris Becker Elementary School: 224. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dickinson Academy and Iris Becker Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Dickinson Academy is 1316th of 1,581 and Iris Becker Elementary School is 429th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).