Grayson Elementary vs Waterford Kettering High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 2.5 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
Waterford Kettering High School
Waterford · Public high · Grades 7–12
909 students
| Measure | Grayson Elementary Waterford, Michigan | Waterford Kettering High School Waterford, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #898 of 1,581 | #407 of 591 |
| National rank | #30994 of 50,301 | #12058 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 437 | 909 |
| Enrollment | 437 | 909 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.8% | 43.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 24% |
| city | Waterford | Waterford |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Grayson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.4 vs 35.7).
- •Grayson Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 24%).
- •Waterford Kettering High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.7% vs 53.8%).
- •Grayson Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 22.7).
- •Waterford Kettering High School is the larger school with 909 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 Waterford Kettering High School?
On the Success Index (US), Grayson Elementary ranks higher (41.4 vs 35.7 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 Waterford Kettering High School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Waterford and Waterford in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Grayson Elementary: 437. Waterford Kettering High School: 909. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Grayson Elementary and Waterford Kettering High School rank in Michigan?
Grayson Elementary is 898th of 1,581 and Waterford Kettering High School is 407th of 591 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).