Great Lakes Academy vs Herrington School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Great Lakes Academy
Pontiac · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
162 students
Herrington School
Pontiac · Public elementary · Grades K–6
319 students
| Measure | Great Lakes Academy Pontiac, Michigan | Herrington School Pontiac, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1430 of 1,581 | #1526 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #47691 of 50,301 | #49600 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 162 | 319 |
| Enrollment | 162 | 319 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.7% | 85.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 16% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 13% |
| city | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Great Lakes Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.9 vs 9.4).
- •Herrington School does better on math proficiency (13% vs 2.5%).
- •Herrington School does better on reading proficiency (16% vs 7.5%).
- •Herrington School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.9% vs 87.7%).
- •Great Lakes Academy does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 21.3).
- •Herrington School is the larger school with 319 students compared with 162.
- •Great Lakes Academy is a charter school while Herrington School is a public 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 Great Lakes Academy better than Herrington School?
On the Success Index (US), Great Lakes Academy ranks higher (14.9 vs 9.4 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 Great Lakes Academy and Herrington School?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Pontiac and Pontiac in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Great Lakes Academy: 162. Herrington School: 319. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Great Lakes Academy and Herrington School rank in Michigan?
Great Lakes Academy is 1430th of 1,581 and Herrington School is 1526th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).