Gerald Dawkins Academy vs River City Scholars Charter Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 749 m 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
River City Scholars Charter Academy
Grand Rapids · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
286 students
| Measure | Gerald Dawkins Academy Grand Rapids, Michigan | River City Scholars Charter Academy Grand Rapids, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1117 of 1,581 | #1353 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #37547 of 50,301 | #45929 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 152 | 286 |
| Enrollment | 152 | 286 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.7% | 95.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 21% |
| Math proficiency | – | 12% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gerald Dawkins Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.5 vs 18.3).
- •River City Scholars Charter Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.8% vs 96.7%).
- •River City Scholars Charter Academy does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 11.7).
- •River City Scholars Charter Academy is the larger school with 286 students compared with 152.
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 River City Scholars Charter Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Gerald Dawkins Academy ranks higher (31.5 vs 18.3 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 Gerald Dawkins Academy and River City Scholars Charter Academy?
About 749 m in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gerald Dawkins Academy: 152. River City Scholars Charter Academy: 286. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gerald Dawkins Academy and River City Scholars Charter Academy rank in Michigan?
Gerald Dawkins Academy is 1117th of 1,581 and River City Scholars Charter Academy is 1353rd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).