East Kentwood High School vs Southwood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Kentwood High School
Grand Rapids · Public high · Grades 10–12
2,068 students
Southwood Elementary
Grand Rapids · Public elementary · Grades K–5
302 students
| Measure | East Kentwood High School Grand Rapids, Michigan | Southwood Elementary Grand Rapids, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #410 of 591 | #1024 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #12132 of 16,910 | #34606 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,068 | 302 |
| Enrollment | 2,068 | 302 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.5% | 81.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 37% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (35.3 vs 36.1).
- •Southwood Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Southwood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 46%).
- •East Kentwood High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.5% vs 81.1%).
- •Southwood Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 19.5).
- •East Kentwood High School is the larger school with 2,068 students compared with 302.
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 East Kentwood High School better than Southwood Elementary?
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 East Kentwood High School and Southwood Elementary?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Kentwood High School: 2,068. Southwood Elementary: 302. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Kentwood High School and Southwood Elementary rank in Michigan?
East Kentwood High School is 410th of 591 and Southwood Elementary is 1024th of 1,581 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).