Grayson Elementary vs Waterford Montessori Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.7 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 Montessori Academy
Waterford · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
213 students
| Measure | Grayson Elementary Waterford, Michigan | Waterford Montessori Academy Waterford, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #898 of 1,581 | #984 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #30994 of 50,301 | #33469 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 437 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 437 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.8% | 38.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 27% |
| city | Waterford | Waterford |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Grayson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.4 vs 37.8).
- •Grayson Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 27%).
- •Grayson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 37%).
- •Waterford Montessori Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.5% vs 53.8%).
- •Waterford Montessori Academy does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 18.2).
- •Grayson Elementary is the larger school with 437 students compared with 213.
- •Grayson Elementary is a public school while Waterford Montessori Academy 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 Grayson Elementary better than Waterford Montessori Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Grayson Elementary ranks higher (41.4 vs 37.8 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 Montessori Academy?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Waterford and Waterford in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Grayson Elementary: 437. Waterford Montessori Academy: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Grayson Elementary and Waterford Montessori Academy rank in Michigan?
Grayson Elementary is 898th of 1,581 and Waterford Montessori Academy is 984th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).