Ferry School vs Forrest G Averill School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 138 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ferry School
Grand Haven · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
232 students
Forrest G Averill School
Lansing · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
232 students
| Measure | Ferry School Grand Haven, Michigan | Forrest G Averill School Lansing, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #507 of 1,581 | #1132 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #19273 of 50,301 | #38074 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 232 | 232 |
| Enrollment | 232 | 232 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.5% | 90.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 34.5% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 34.5% |
| city | Grand Haven | Lansing |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ferry School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.4 vs 30.7).
- •Ferry School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 34.5%).
- •Ferry School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 34.5%).
- •Ferry School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.5% vs 90.9%).
- •Ferry School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 12.2).
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 Ferry School better than Forrest G Averill School?
On the Success Index (US), Ferry School ranks higher (58.4 vs 30.7 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 School and Forrest G Averill School?
About 138 km in a straight line, between Grand Haven and Lansing in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ferry School: 232. Forrest G Averill School: 232. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ferry School and Forrest G Averill School rank in Michigan?
Ferry School is 507th of 1,581 and Forrest G Averill School is 1132nd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).