GrandPort Elementary Academy vs University Middle School Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 29 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
GrandPort Elementary Academy
Ecorse · Public middle · Grades 4–8
337 students
University Middle School Academy
Lathrup Village · Public middle · Grades 6–8
338 students
| Measure | GrandPort Elementary Academy Ecorse, Michigan | University Middle School Academy Lathrup Village, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #470 of 485 | #100 of 485 |
| National rank | #14984 of 15,369 | #3796 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 337 | 338 |
| Enrollment | 337 | 338 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.6% | 40.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 52% |
| city | Ecorse | Lathrup Village |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University Middle School Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.0 vs 11.3).
- •University Middle School Academy does better on math proficiency (52% vs 6%).
- •University Middle School Academy does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 13%).
- •University Middle School Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.2% vs 78.6%).
- •GrandPort Elementary Academy does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 18.8).
- •University Middle School Academy is the larger school with 338 students compared with 337.
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 GrandPort Elementary Academy better than University Middle School Academy?
On the Success Index (US), University Middle School Academy ranks higher (68.0 vs 11.3 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 GrandPort Elementary Academy and University Middle School Academy?
About 29 km in a straight line, between Ecorse and Lathrup Village in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
GrandPort Elementary Academy: 337. University Middle School Academy: 338. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do GrandPort Elementary Academy and University Middle School Academy rank in Michigan?
GrandPort Elementary Academy is 470th of 485 and University Middle School Academy is 100th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).