Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence vs Thompson K8 International Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 2.0 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
Thompson K8 International Academy
Southfield · Public elementary · Grades K–8
544 students
| Measure | Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence Southfield, Michigan | Thompson K8 International Academy Southfield, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1363 of 1,581 | #1254 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #46165 of 50,301 | #42266 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 520 | 544 |
| Enrollment | 520 | 544 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.3% | 64.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 14% |
| city | Southfield | Southfield |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thompson K8 International Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.1 vs 17.8).
- •Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence does better on math proficiency (15% vs 14%).
- •Thompson K8 International Academy does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 29%).
- •Thompson K8 International Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.5% vs 82.3%).
- •Thompson K8 International Academy does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 16.3).
- •Thompson K8 International Academy is the larger school with 544 students compared with 520.
- •Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence is a charter school while Thompson K8 International Academy is a public 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 Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence better than Thompson K8 International Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Thompson K8 International Academy ranks higher (24.1 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 Thompson K8 International Academy?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Southfield and Southfield in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence: 520. Thompson K8 International Academy: 544. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence and Thompson K8 International Academy rank in Michigan?
Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence is 1363rd of 1,581 and Thompson K8 International Academy is 1254th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).