Grayson Elementary vs Pierce Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Grayson Elementary
Waterford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
437 students
Pierce Middle School
Waterford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
733 students
| Measure | Grayson Elementary Waterford, Michigan | Pierce Middle School Waterford, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #898 of 1,581 | #307 of 485 |
| National rank | #30994 of 50,301 | #9795 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 437 | 733 |
| Enrollment | 437 | 733 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.8% | 55% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 36% |
| city | Waterford | Waterford |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Grayson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.4 vs 40.1).
- •Grayson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 45%).
- •Grayson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.8% vs 55%).
- •Grayson Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 18.3).
- •Pierce Middle School is the larger school with 733 students compared with 437.
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 Grayson Elementary better than Pierce Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Grayson Elementary ranks higher (41.4 vs 40.1 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 Grayson Elementary and Pierce Middle School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Waterford and Waterford in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Grayson Elementary: 437. Pierce Middle School: 733. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Grayson Elementary and Pierce Middle School rank in Michigan?
Grayson Elementary is 898th of 1,581 and Pierce Middle School is 307th of 485 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).