Greater Heights Academy vs Waterford Montessori Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 54 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Greater Heights Academy
Flint · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
188 students
Waterford Montessori Academy
Waterford · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
188 students
| Measure | Greater Heights Academy Flint, Michigan | Waterford Montessori Academy Waterford, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 6 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1572 of 1,581 | #404 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #50166 of 50,301 | #16418 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 188 | 188 |
| Enrollment | 188 | 188 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 38.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 47% |
| city | Flint | Waterford |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Waterford Montessori Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.6 vs 5.5).
- •Waterford Montessori Academy does better on math proficiency (47% vs 2.5%).
- •Waterford Montessori Academy does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 7.5%).
- •Waterford Montessori Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.8% vs 100%).
- •Waterford Montessori Academy does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 18.8).
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 Greater Heights Academy better than Waterford Montessori Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Waterford Montessori Academy ranks higher (62.6 vs 5.5 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 Greater Heights Academy and Waterford Montessori Academy?
About 54 km in a straight line, between Flint and Waterford in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Greater Heights Academy: 188. Waterford Montessori Academy: 188. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Greater Heights Academy and Waterford Montessori Academy rank in Michigan?
Greater Heights Academy is 1572nd of 1,581 and Waterford Montessori Academy is 404th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).