Gier Elementary School vs Valley View Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 67 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gier Elementary School
Hillsdale · Public elementary · Grades K–4
434 students
Valley View Elementary School
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
434 students
| Measure | Gier Elementary School Hillsdale, Michigan | Valley View Elementary School Springfield, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #860 of 1,581 | #1327 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #29954 of 50,301 | #44803 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 434 | 434 |
| Enrollment | 434 | 434 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.1% | 76% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 19% |
| city | Hillsdale | Springfield |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gier Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.0 vs 20.1).
- •Gier Elementary School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 19%).
- •Gier Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 18%).
- •Gier Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.1% vs 76%).
- •Valley View Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 16.1).
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 Gier Elementary School better than Valley View Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Gier Elementary School ranks higher (43.0 vs 20.1 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 Gier Elementary School and Valley View Elementary School?
About 67 km in a straight line, between Hillsdale and Springfield in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gier Elementary School: 434. Valley View Elementary School: 434. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gier Elementary School and Valley View Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Gier Elementary School is 860th of 1,581 and Valley View Elementary School is 1327th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).