Ferry Elementary School vs McDonald Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 25 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ferry Elementary School
Grosse Pointe Woods · Public elementary · Grades K–4
357 students
McDonald Elementary School
Dearborn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
357 students
| Measure | Ferry Elementary School Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan | McDonald Elementary School Dearborn, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #213 of 1,581 | #1275 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #9507 of 50,301 | #43026 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 357 | 357 |
| Enrollment | 357 | 357 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.5% | 90.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 27% |
| city | Grosse Pointe Woods | Dearborn |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ferry Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.6 vs 22.9).
- •Ferry Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 27%).
- •Ferry Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 27%).
- •Ferry Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.5% vs 90.5%).
- •McDonald Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 18.8).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Ferry Elementary School better than McDonald Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Ferry Elementary School ranks higher (72.6 vs 22.9 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 Ferry Elementary School and McDonald Elementary School?
About 25 km in a straight line, between Grosse Pointe Woods and Dearborn in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ferry Elementary School: 357. McDonald Elementary School: 357. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ferry Elementary School and McDonald Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Ferry Elementary School is 213th of 1,581 and McDonald Elementary School is 1275th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).