George Washington Carver Middle School vs Old Redford Academy Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington Carver Middle School
Highland Park · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
155 students
Old Redford Academy Middle School
Detroit · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
241 students
| Measure | George Washington Carver Middle School Highland Park, Michigan | Old Redford Academy Middle School Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #465 of 485 | #479 of 485 |
| National rank | #14873 of 15,369 | #15150 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 155 | 241 |
| Enrollment | 155 | 241 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 78.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 11% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 4% |
| city | Highland Park | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George Washington Carver Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.3 vs 9.3).
- •George Washington Carver Middle School does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 4%).
- •George Washington Carver Middle School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 11%).
- •Old Redford Academy Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.4% vs 99.4%).
- •George Washington Carver Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 21.9).
- •Old Redford Academy Middle School is the larger school with 241 students compared with 155.
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 Washington Carver Middle School better than Old Redford Academy Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), George Washington Carver Middle School ranks higher (12.3 vs 9.3 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 Washington Carver Middle School and Old Redford Academy Middle School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Highland Park and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Carver Middle School: 155. Old Redford Academy Middle School: 241. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Carver Middle School and Old Redford Academy Middle School rank in Michigan?
George Washington Carver Middle School is 465th of 485 and Old Redford Academy Middle School is 479th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).