Erickson Elementary vs Global Tech Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Erickson Elementary
Ypsilanti · Public elementary · Grades 1–6
271 students
Global Tech Academy
Ypsilanti · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
213 students
| Measure | Erickson Elementary Ypsilanti, Michigan | Global Tech Academy Ypsilanti, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1277 of 1,581 | #1443 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #43068 of 50,301 | #48127 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–6 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 271 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 271 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.1% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 27% |
| city | Ypsilanti | Ypsilanti |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Erickson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.8 vs 13.9).
- •Global Tech Academy does better on math proficiency (27% vs 18%).
- •Global Tech Academy does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Erickson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.1% vs 100%).
- •Erickson Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 16.4).
- •Erickson Elementary is the larger school with 271 students compared with 213.
- •Erickson Elementary is a public school while Global Tech 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 Erickson Elementary better than Global Tech Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Erickson Elementary ranks higher (22.8 vs 13.9 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 Erickson Elementary and Global Tech Academy?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Ypsilanti and Ypsilanti in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Erickson Elementary: 271. Global Tech Academy: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Erickson Elementary and Global Tech Academy rank in Michigan?
Erickson Elementary is 1277th of 1,581 and Global Tech Academy is 1443rd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).