Farrand Elementary School vs West Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Farrand Elementary School
Plymouth · Public elementary · Grades K–5
402 students
West Middle School
Plymouth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
667 students
| Measure | Farrand Elementary School Plymouth, Michigan | West Middle School Plymouth, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #277 of 1,581 | #35 of 485 |
| National rank | #11230 of 50,301 | #1828 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 402 | 667 |
| Enrollment | 402 | 667 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.2% | 13.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 67% |
| city | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.0 vs 70.1).
- •West Middle School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 52%).
- •West Middle School does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 67%).
- •West Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.8% vs 19.2%).
- •Farrand Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 19.1).
- •West Middle School is the larger school with 667 students compared with 402.
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 Farrand Elementary School better than West Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), West Middle School ranks higher (78.0 vs 70.1 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 Farrand Elementary School and West Middle School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Plymouth and Plymouth in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Farrand Elementary School: 402. West Middle School: 667. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Farrand Elementary School and West Middle School rank in Michigan?
Farrand Elementary School is 277th of 1,581 and West Middle School is 35th of 485 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).