Ferndale Middle School vs Lessenger Early Childhood Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ferndale Middle School
Ferndale · Public middle · Grades 6–8
528 students
Lessenger Early Childhood Center
Oak Park · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
54 students
| Measure | Ferndale Middle School Ferndale, Michigan | Lessenger Early Childhood Center Oak Park, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #358 of 485 | – |
| National rank | #11122 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 528 | 54 |
| Enrollment | 528 | 54 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.8% | 79.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 6.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 23% | – |
| city | Ferndale | Oak Park |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lessenger Early Childhood Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.0 vs 33.8).
- •Ferndale Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.8% vs 79.6%).
- •Lessenger Early Childhood Center does better on students per teacher (6.0 vs 17.0).
- •Ferndale Middle School is the larger school with 528 students compared with 54.
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 Ferndale Middle School better than Lessenger Early Childhood Center?
On the Success Index (US), Lessenger Early Childhood Center ranks higher (40.0 vs 33.8 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 Ferndale Middle School and Lessenger Early Childhood Center?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Ferndale and Oak Park in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ferndale Middle School: 528. Lessenger Early Childhood Center: 54. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ferndale Middle School and Lessenger Early Childhood Center rank in Michigan?
Ferndale Middle School is 358th of 485 and Lessenger Early Childhood Center is unranked among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).