Donelson Hills Elementary School vs Oakside Prep Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 411 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Donelson Hills Elementary School
Waterford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
392 students
Oakside Prep Academy
Waterford · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,424 students
| Measure | Donelson Hills Elementary School Waterford, Michigan | Oakside Prep Academy Waterford, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1273 of 1,581 | – |
| National rank | #42926 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 392 | 1,424 |
| Enrollment | 392 | 1,424 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.8% | 95.4% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 18% |
| city | Waterford | Waterford |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Donelson Hills Elementary School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 18%).
- •Donelson Hills Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 21%).
- •Donelson Hills Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.8% vs 95.4%).
- •Donelson Hills Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 20.1).
- •Oakside Prep Academy is the larger school with 1,424 students compared with 392.
- •Donelson Hills Elementary School is a public school while Oakside Prep 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 Donelson Hills Elementary School better than Oakside Prep 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 Donelson Hills Elementary School and Oakside Prep Academy?
About 411 m in a straight line, between Waterford and Waterford in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Donelson Hills Elementary School: 392. Oakside Prep Academy: 1,424. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Donelson Hills Elementary School and Oakside Prep Academy rank in Michigan?
Donelson Hills Elementary School is 1273rd of 1,581 and Oakside Prep Academy is unranked among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).