Emerson School vs Ionia Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 990 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson School
Ionia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
166 students
Ionia Middle School
Ionia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
629 students
| Measure | Emerson School Ionia, Michigan | Ionia Middle School Ionia, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1221 of 1,581 | #252 of 485 |
| National rank | #41065 of 50,301 | #8648 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 166 | 629 |
| Enrollment | 166 | 629 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.3% | 57.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 40% |
| city | Ionia | Ionia |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ionia Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.3 vs 26.0).
- •Ionia Middle School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 27%).
- •Ionia Middle School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 32%).
- •Ionia Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.6% vs 78.3%).
- •Emerson School does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 18.0).
- •Ionia Middle School is the larger school with 629 students compared with 166.
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 School better than Ionia Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Ionia Middle School ranks higher (45.3 vs 26.0 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 Emerson School and Ionia Middle School?
About 990 m in a straight line, between Ionia and Ionia in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson School: 166. Ionia Middle School: 629. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson School and Ionia Middle School rank in Michigan?
Emerson School is 1221st of 1,581 and Ionia Middle School is 252nd of 485 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).