Gerald R Ford Academic Center vs Southwest MiddleHigh Academia Bilingue
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 1.4 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
Southwest MiddleHigh Academia Bilingue
Grand Rapids · Public high · Grades 7–12
378 students
| Measure | Gerald R Ford Academic Center Grand Rapids, Michigan | Southwest MiddleHigh Academia Bilingue Grand Rapids, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1349 of 1,581 | #500 of 591 |
| National rank | #45723 of 50,301 | #14717 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 213 | 378 |
| Enrollment | 213 | 378 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.4% | 67.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | – |
| Math proficiency | 22% | – |
| city | Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southwest MiddleHigh Academia Bilingue scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.3 vs 18.6).
- •Southwest MiddleHigh Academia Bilingue does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.7% vs 85.4%).
- •Gerald R Ford Academic Center does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 22.2).
- •Southwest MiddleHigh Academia Bilingue is the larger school with 378 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 Southwest MiddleHigh Academia Bilingue?
On the Success Index (US), Southwest MiddleHigh Academia Bilingue ranks higher (23.3 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 Southwest MiddleHigh Academia Bilingue?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gerald R Ford Academic Center: 213. Southwest MiddleHigh Academia Bilingue: 378. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gerald R Ford Academic Center and Southwest MiddleHigh Academia Bilingue rank in Michigan?
Gerald R Ford Academic Center is 1349th of 1,581 and Southwest MiddleHigh Academia Bilingue is 500th of 591 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).