Gier Park School vs Post Oak School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gier Park School
Lansing · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
316 students
Post Oak School
Lansing · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
430 students
| Measure | Gier Park School Lansing, Michigan | Post Oak School Lansing, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1356 of 1,581 | #732 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #46006 of 50,301 | #25979 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 316 | 430 |
| Enrollment | 316 | 430 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.9% | 65.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 47% |
| city | Lansing | Lansing |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Post Oak School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.8 vs 18.1).
- •Post Oak School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •Post Oak School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 17%).
- •Post Oak School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.6% vs 89.9%).
- •Gier Park School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 15.4).
- •Post Oak School is the larger school with 430 students compared with 316.
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 Park School better than Post Oak School?
On the Success Index (US), Post Oak School ranks higher (48.8 vs 18.1 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 Park School and Post Oak School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Lansing and Lansing in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gier Park School: 316. Post Oak School: 430. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gier Park School and Post Oak School rank in Michigan?
Gier Park School is 1356th of 1,581 and Post Oak School is 732nd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).