Fortis Academy vs Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fortis Academy
Ypsilanti · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
681 students
Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College
Ypsilanti · Public high · Grades 9–12
108 students
| Measure | Fortis Academy Ypsilanti, Michigan | Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College Ypsilanti, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1130 of 1,581 | #494 of 591 |
| National rank | #38004 of 50,301 | #14480 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 681 | 108 |
| Enrollment | 681 | 108 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.1% | 63.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 15% |
| city | Ypsilanti | Ypsilanti |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fortis Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.8 vs 24.6).
- •Fortis Academy does better on math proficiency (33% vs 15%).
- •Fortis Academy does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 24.5%).
- •Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.9% vs 89.1%).
- •Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 17.0).
- •Fortis Academy is the larger school with 681 students compared with 108.
- •Fortis Academy is a charter school while Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Fortis Academy better than Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College?
On the Success Index (US), Fortis Academy ranks higher (30.8 vs 24.6 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 Fortis Academy and Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Ypsilanti and Ypsilanti in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fortis Academy: 681. Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College: 108. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fortis Academy and Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College rank in Michigan?
Fortis Academy is 1130th of 1,581 and Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College is 494th of 591 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).