Estabrook Elementary vs McDonald Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 41 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
McDonald Elementary School
Dearborn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
357 students
| Measure | Estabrook Elementary Ypsilanti, Michigan | McDonald Elementary School Dearborn, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1267 of 1,581 | #1275 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #42743 of 50,301 | #43026 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 357 | 357 |
| Enrollment | 357 | 357 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72% | 90.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 27% |
| city | Ypsilanti | Dearborn |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.3 vs 22.9).
- •McDonald Elementary School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •McDonald Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Estabrook Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72% vs 90.5%).
- •Estabrook Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 13.7).
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 McDonald Elementary School?
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 Estabrook Elementary and McDonald Elementary School?
About 41 km in a straight line, between Ypsilanti and Dearborn in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Estabrook Elementary: 357. McDonald Elementary School: 357. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Estabrook Elementary and McDonald Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Estabrook Elementary is 1267th of 1,581 and McDonald Elementary School is 1275th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).