Great Lakes Academy vs R Grant Graham Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 3.9 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
R Grant Graham Elem School
Auburn Hills · Public elementary · Grades K–5
390 students
| Measure | Great Lakes Academy Pontiac, Michigan | R Grant Graham Elem School Auburn Hills, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1430 of 1,581 | #903 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #47691 of 50,301 | #31163 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 162 | 390 |
| Enrollment | 162 | 390 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.7% | 62.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 42% |
| city | Pontiac | Auburn Hills |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •R Grant Graham Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.2 vs 14.9).
- •R Grant Graham Elem School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 2.5%).
- •R Grant Graham Elem School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 7.5%).
- •R Grant Graham Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.1% vs 87.7%).
- •Great Lakes Academy does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 15.6).
- •R Grant Graham Elem School is the larger school with 390 students compared with 162.
- •Great Lakes Academy is a charter school while R Grant Graham Elem 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 R Grant Graham Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), R Grant Graham Elem School ranks higher (41.2 vs 14.9 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 R Grant Graham Elem School?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between Pontiac and Auburn Hills in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Great Lakes Academy: 162. R Grant Graham Elem School: 390. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Great Lakes Academy and R Grant Graham Elem School rank in Michigan?
Great Lakes Academy is 1430th of 1,581 and R Grant Graham Elem School is 903rd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).