Estabrook Elementary vs Fortis Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Estabrook Elementary
Ypsilanti · Public elementary · Grades 1–8
357 students
Fortis Academy
Ypsilanti · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
681 students
| Measure | Estabrook Elementary Ypsilanti, Michigan | Fortis Academy Ypsilanti, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1267 of 1,581 | #1130 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #42743 of 50,301 | #38004 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 357 | 681 |
| Enrollment | 357 | 681 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72% | 89.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 33% |
| city | Ypsilanti | Ypsilanti |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fortis Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.8 vs 23.3).
- •Fortis Academy does better on math proficiency (33% vs 17%).
- •Fortis Academy does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 17%).
- •Estabrook Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72% vs 89.1%).
- •Estabrook Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 17.0).
- •Fortis Academy is the larger school with 681 students compared with 357.
- •Estabrook Elementary is a public school while Fortis 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 Estabrook Elementary better than Fortis Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Fortis Academy ranks higher (30.8 vs 23.3 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 Estabrook Elementary and Fortis Academy?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Ypsilanti and Ypsilanti in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Estabrook Elementary: 357. Fortis Academy: 681. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Estabrook Elementary and Fortis Academy rank in Michigan?
Estabrook Elementary is 1267th of 1,581 and Fortis Academy is 1130th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).