Gerald R Ford Academic Center vs Kincheloe Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 108 km 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
Kincheloe Elementary School
Dowagiac · Public elementary · Grades K–5
214 students
| Measure | Gerald R Ford Academic Center Grand Rapids, Michigan | Kincheloe Elementary School Dowagiac, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1349 of 1,581 | #1207 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #45723 of 50,301 | #40717 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 213 | 214 |
| Enrollment | 213 | 214 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.4% | 60.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Dowagiac |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kincheloe Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.5 vs 18.6).
- •Kincheloe Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.3% vs 85.4%).
- •Kincheloe Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 16.4).
- •Kincheloe Elementary School is the larger school with 214 students compared with 213.
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 Kincheloe Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Kincheloe Elementary School ranks higher (26.5 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 R Ford Academic Center and Kincheloe Elementary School?
About 108 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Dowagiac in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gerald R Ford Academic Center: 213. Kincheloe Elementary School: 214. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gerald R Ford Academic Center and Kincheloe Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Gerald R Ford Academic Center is 1349th of 1,581 and Kincheloe Elementary School is 1207th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).