Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence vs Holly Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 50 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence
Southfield · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
520 students
Holly Academy
Holly · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
520 students
| Measure | Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence Southfield, Michigan | Holly Academy Holly, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1363 of 1,581 | #174 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #46165 of 50,301 | #7958 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 520 | 520 |
| Enrollment | 520 | 520 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.3% | 19.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 52% |
| city | Southfield | Holly |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Holly Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.0 vs 17.8).
- •Holly Academy does better on math proficiency (52% vs 15%).
- •Holly Academy does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 29%).
- •Holly Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.8% vs 82.3%).
- •Holly Academy does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 16.3).
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 Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence better than Holly Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Holly Academy ranks higher (75.0 vs 17.8 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 Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence and Holly Academy?
About 50 km in a straight line, between Southfield and Holly in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence: 520. Holly Academy: 520. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence and Holly Academy rank in Michigan?
Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence is 1363rd of 1,581 and Holly Academy is 174th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).