Gerald Dawkins Academy vs Gerald R Ford Academic Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gerald Dawkins Academy
Grand Rapids · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
152 students
Gerald R Ford Academic Center
Grand Rapids · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
213 students
| Measure | Gerald Dawkins Academy Grand Rapids, Michigan | Gerald R Ford Academic Center Grand Rapids, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1117 of 1,581 | #1349 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #37547 of 50,301 | #45723 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 152 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 152 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.7% | 85.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 27% |
| Math proficiency | – | 22% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gerald Dawkins Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.5 vs 18.6).
- •Gerald R Ford Academic Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.4% vs 96.7%).
- •Gerald Dawkins Academy does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 16.4).
- •Gerald R Ford Academic Center is the larger school with 213 students compared with 152.
- •Gerald Dawkins Academy is a charter school while Gerald R Ford Academic Center 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 Gerald Dawkins Academy better than Gerald R Ford Academic Center?
On the Success Index (US), Gerald Dawkins Academy ranks higher (31.5 vs 18.6 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 Gerald Dawkins Academy and Gerald R Ford Academic Center?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gerald Dawkins Academy: 152. Gerald R Ford Academic Center: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gerald Dawkins Academy and Gerald R Ford Academic Center rank in Michigan?
Gerald Dawkins Academy is 1117th of 1,581 and Gerald R Ford Academic Center is 1349th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).