Edison Academy vs El Sol Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edison Academy
Kalamazoo · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
376 students
El Sol Elementary
Kalamazoo · Public elementary · Grades K–5
368 students
| Measure | Edison Academy Kalamazoo, Michigan | El Sol Elementary Kalamazoo, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1411 of 1,581 | #811 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #47176 of 50,301 | #28093 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 376 | 368 |
| Enrollment | 376 | 368 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.3% | 57.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 42% |
| city | Kalamazoo | Kalamazoo |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •El Sol Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.7 vs 15.9).
- •El Sol Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 17%).
- •El Sol Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 17%).
- •El Sol Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.1% vs 96.3%).
- •Edison Academy does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 17.5).
- •Edison Academy is the larger school with 376 students compared with 368.
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 Edison Academy better than El Sol Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), El Sol Elementary ranks higher (45.7 vs 15.9 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 Edison Academy and El Sol Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Kalamazoo and Kalamazoo in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edison Academy: 376. El Sol Elementary: 368. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edison Academy and El Sol Elementary rank in Michigan?
Edison Academy is 1411th of 1,581 and El Sol Elementary is 811th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).