Emerson Middle School vs Universal Learning Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Middle School
Livonia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
638 students
Universal Learning Academy
Westland · Charter other · Grades PK–12
761 students
| Measure | Emerson Middle School Livonia, Michigan | Universal Learning Academy Westland, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #186 of 485 | – |
| National rank | #6499 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–12 |
| Students | 638 | 761 |
| Enrollment | 638 | 761 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.2% | 90.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 16% |
| city | Livonia | Westland |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerson Middle School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 16%).
- •Emerson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 31%).
- •Emerson Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.2% vs 90.9%).
- •Universal Learning Academy does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 18.2).
- •Universal Learning Academy is the larger school with 761 students compared with 638.
- •Emerson Middle School is a public school while Universal Learning Academy is a charter 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 Emerson Middle School better than Universal Learning Academy?
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 Emerson Middle School and Universal Learning Academy?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Livonia and Westland in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Middle School: 638. Universal Learning Academy: 761. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Middle School and Universal Learning Academy rank in Michigan?
Emerson Middle School is 186th of 485 and Universal Learning Academy is unranked among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).