Houghton Elementary School vs Lean Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 670 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Houghton Elementary School
Houghton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
618 students
Lean Elementary School
Warren · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
619 students
| Measure | Houghton Elementary School Houghton, Michigan | Lean Elementary School Warren, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #160 of 1,581 | #1160 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #7595 of 50,301 | #38942 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 618 | 619 |
| Enrollment | 618 | 619 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.8% | 79.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 33% |
| city | Houghton | Warren |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Houghton Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.6 vs 29.4).
- •Houghton Elementary School does better on math proficiency (76% vs 33%).
- •Houghton Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 42%).
- •Houghton Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.8% vs 79.8%).
- •Houghton Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 18.2).
- •Lean Elementary School is the larger school with 619 students compared with 618.
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 Houghton Elementary School better than Lean Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Houghton Elementary School ranks higher (75.6 vs 29.4 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 Houghton Elementary School and Lean Elementary School?
About 670 km in a straight line, between Houghton and Warren in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Houghton Elementary School: 618. Lean Elementary School: 619. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Houghton Elementary School and Lean Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Houghton Elementary School is 160th of 1,581 and Lean Elementary School is 1160th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).