Emma Murphy Elementary School vs Fern Persons Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 143 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emma Murphy Elementary School
Metamora · Public elementary · Grades K–5
374 students
Fern Persons Elementary School
Olivet · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
374 students
| Measure | Emma Murphy Elementary School Metamora, Michigan | Fern Persons Elementary School Olivet, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #394 of 1,581 | #232 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #15780 of 50,301 | #9856 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 374 | 374 |
| Enrollment | 374 | 374 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31% | 35% |
| Students per teacher | 20.8 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 57% |
| city | Metamora | Olivet |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fern Persons Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.1 vs 63.5).
- •Fern Persons Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Emma Murphy Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31% vs 35%).
- •Fern Persons Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 20.8).
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 Emma Murphy Elementary School better than Fern Persons Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Fern Persons Elementary School ranks higher (72.1 vs 63.5 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 Emma Murphy Elementary School and Fern Persons Elementary School?
About 143 km in a straight line, between Metamora and Olivet in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emma Murphy Elementary School: 374. Fern Persons Elementary School: 374. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emma Murphy Elementary School and Fern Persons Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Emma Murphy Elementary School is 394th of 1,581 and Fern Persons Elementary School is 232nd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).