Glenside Elementary vs Lighthouse AcademyMuskegon Community Building
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenside Elementary
Muskegon · Public elementary · Grades K–5
185 students
Lighthouse AcademyMuskegon Community Building
Muskegon · Charter high · Grades 6–12
19 students
| Measure | Glenside Elementary Muskegon, Michigan | Lighthouse AcademyMuskegon Community Building Muskegon, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1185 of 1,581 | – |
| National rank | #39860 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 185 | 19 |
| Enrollment | 185 | 19 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.9% | 89.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 9.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Muskegon | Muskegon |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lighthouse AcademyMuskegon Community Building scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.9 vs 27.9).
- •Glenside Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.9% vs 89.5%).
- •Lighthouse AcademyMuskegon Community Building does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 16.8).
- •Glenside Elementary is the larger school with 185 students compared with 19.
- •Glenside Elementary is a public school while Lighthouse AcademyMuskegon Community Building 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 Glenside Elementary better than Lighthouse AcademyMuskegon Community Building?
On the Success Index (US), Lighthouse AcademyMuskegon Community Building ranks higher (29.9 vs 27.9 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 Glenside Elementary and Lighthouse AcademyMuskegon Community Building?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Muskegon and Muskegon in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenside Elementary: 185. Lighthouse AcademyMuskegon Community Building: 19. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenside Elementary and Lighthouse AcademyMuskegon Community Building rank in Michigan?
Glenside Elementary is 1185th of 1,581 and Lighthouse AcademyMuskegon Community Building is unranked among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).