George Crockett Academy vs Northwestern High School
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.
George Crockett Academy
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
341 students
Northwestern High School
Detroit · Public high · Grades 9–12
305 students
| Measure | George Crockett Academy Detroit, Michigan | Northwestern High School Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1490 of 1,581 | #530 of 591 |
| National rank | #49124 of 50,301 | #15644 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 341 | 305 |
| Enrollment | 341 | 305 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 87.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 12% |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwestern High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.8 vs 11.2).
- •George Crockett Academy does better on math proficiency (15% vs 12%).
- •George Crockett Academy does better on reading proficiency (18% vs 17%).
- •Northwestern High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.9% vs 100%).
- •Northwestern High School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 14.8).
- •George Crockett Academy is the larger school with 341 students compared with 305.
- •George Crockett Academy is a charter school while Northwestern High School 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 George Crockett Academy better than Northwestern High School?
On the Success Index (US), Northwestern High School ranks higher (17.8 vs 11.2 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 George Crockett Academy and Northwestern High School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Crockett Academy: 341. Northwestern High School: 305. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Crockett Academy and Northwestern High School rank in Michigan?
George Crockett Academy is 1490th of 1,581 and Northwestern High School is 530th of 591 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).