Donley Elementary School vs Edmonson Montessori
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 122 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Donley Elementary School
East Lansing · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
262 students
Edmonson Montessori
Detroit · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
262 students
| Measure | Donley Elementary School East Lansing, Michigan | Edmonson Montessori Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #708 of 1,581 | #368 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #25361 of 50,301 | #14523 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 262 | 262 |
| Enrollment | 262 | 262 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.3% | 38.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | – |
| Math proficiency | 37% | – |
| city | East Lansing | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edmonson Montessori scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.4 vs 49.7).
- •Edmonson Montessori does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.5% vs 57.3%).
- •Donley Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 14.6).
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 Donley Elementary School better than Edmonson Montessori?
On the Success Index (US), Edmonson Montessori ranks higher (65.4 vs 49.7 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 Donley Elementary School and Edmonson Montessori?
About 122 km in a straight line, between East Lansing and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Donley Elementary School: 262. Edmonson Montessori: 262. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Donley Elementary School and Edmonson Montessori rank in Michigan?
Donley Elementary School is 708th of 1,581 and Edmonson Montessori is 368th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).