Fred W Ritter Elementary School vs Pine Avenue Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 186 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fred W Ritter Elementary School
South Rockwood · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
265 students
Pine Avenue Elementary School
Alma · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
265 students
| Measure | Fred W Ritter Elementary School South Rockwood, Michigan | Pine Avenue Elementary School Alma, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #794 of 1,581 | #1143 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #27688 of 50,301 | #38499 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 265 | 265 |
| Enrollment | 265 | 265 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.4% | 78.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 33% |
| city | South Rockwood | Alma |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fred W Ritter Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.3 vs 30.1).
- •Fred W Ritter Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 33%).
- •Fred W Ritter Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 39%).
- •Fred W Ritter Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.4% vs 78.5%).
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 Fred W Ritter Elementary School better than Pine Avenue Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Fred W Ritter Elementary School ranks higher (46.3 vs 30.1 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 Fred W Ritter Elementary School and Pine Avenue Elementary School?
About 186 km in a straight line, between South Rockwood and Alma in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fred W Ritter Elementary School: 265. Pine Avenue Elementary School: 265. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fred W Ritter Elementary School and Pine Avenue Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Fred W Ritter Elementary School is 794th of 1,581 and Pine Avenue Elementary School is 1143rd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).