Fisher Elementary School vs Lee M Thurston High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fisher Elementary School
Redford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
341 students
Lee M Thurston High School
Redford · Public high · Grades 9–12
806 students
| Measure | Fisher Elementary School Redford, Michigan | Lee M Thurston High School Redford, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1206 of 1,581 | #478 of 591 |
| National rank | #40647 of 50,301 | #14168 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 341 | 806 |
| Enrollment | 341 | 806 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.9% | 56.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 18.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 14% |
| city | Redford | Redford |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (26.6 vs 26.1).
- •Fisher Elementary School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 14%).
- •Lee M Thurston High School does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 39%).
- •Lee M Thurston High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.1% vs 78.9%).
- •Fisher Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 18.7).
- •Lee M Thurston High School is the larger school with 806 students compared with 341.
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 Fisher Elementary School better than Lee M Thurston High 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 Fisher Elementary School and Lee M Thurston High School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Redford and Redford in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fisher Elementary School: 341. Lee M Thurston High School: 806. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fisher Elementary School and Lee M Thurston High School rank in Michigan?
Fisher Elementary School is 1206th of 1,581 and Lee M Thurston High School is 478th of 591 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).