Gerald R Ford Academic Center vs Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 942 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gerald R Ford Academic Center
Grand Rapids · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
213 students
Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center
Grand Rapids · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
287 students
| Measure | Gerald R Ford Academic Center Grand Rapids, Michigan | Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center Grand Rapids, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1349 of 1,581 | #572 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #45723 of 50,301 | #21247 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 213 | 287 |
| Enrollment | 213 | 287 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.4% | 29.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 42% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.6 vs 18.6).
- •Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center does better on math proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 27%).
- •Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.3% vs 85.4%).
- •Gerald R Ford Academic Center does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 17.9).
- •Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center is the larger school with 287 students compared with 213.
- •Gerald R Ford Academic Center is a public school while Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center is a charter 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 R Ford Academic Center better than Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center?
On the Success Index (US), Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center ranks higher (55.6 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 R Ford Academic Center and Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center?
About 942 m in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gerald R Ford Academic Center: 213. Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center: 287. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gerald R Ford Academic Center and Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center rank in Michigan?
Gerald R Ford Academic Center is 1349th of 1,581 and Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center is 572nd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).