George Crockett Academy vs Thirkell ElementaryMiddle School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 2.1 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
Thirkell ElementaryMiddle School
Detroit · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
455 students
| Measure | George Crockett Academy Detroit, Michigan | Thirkell ElementaryMiddle School Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1490 of 1,581 | #1558 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #49124 of 50,301 | #50007 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 341 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 341 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 95.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 6% |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George Crockett Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (11.2 vs 7.2).
- •George Crockett Academy does better on math proficiency (15% vs 6%).
- •George Crockett Academy does better on reading proficiency (18% vs 10%).
- •Thirkell ElementaryMiddle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.2% vs 100%).
- •George Crockett Academy does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 17.5).
- •Thirkell ElementaryMiddle School is the larger school with 455 students compared with 341.
- •George Crockett Academy is a charter school while Thirkell ElementaryMiddle 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 Thirkell ElementaryMiddle School?
On the Success Index (US), George Crockett Academy ranks higher (11.2 vs 7.2 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 Thirkell ElementaryMiddle School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Crockett Academy: 341. Thirkell ElementaryMiddle School: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Crockett Academy and Thirkell ElementaryMiddle School rank in Michigan?
George Crockett Academy is 1490th of 1,581 and Thirkell ElementaryMiddle School is 1558th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).