Huron High School vs Thurston Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Huron High School
Ann Arbor · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,696 students
Thurston Elementary School
Ann Arbor · Public elementary · Grades K–5
506 students
| Measure | Huron High School Ann Arbor, Michigan | Thurston Elementary School Ann Arbor, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #52 of 591 | #55 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #2593 of 16,910 | #3812 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,696 | 506 |
| Enrollment | 1,696 | 506 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.7% | 20.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 79% |
| city | Ann Arbor | Ann Arbor |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thurston Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.2 vs 72.9).
- •Thurston Elementary School does better on math proficiency (79% vs 65%).
- •Huron High School does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 73%).
- •Thurston Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.2% vs 30.7%).
- •Thurston Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 16.8).
- •Huron High School is the larger school with 1,696 students compared with 506.
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 Huron High School better than Thurston Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Thurston Elementary School ranks higher (82.2 vs 72.9 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 Huron High School and Thurston Elementary School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Ann Arbor and Ann Arbor in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Huron High School: 1,696. Thurston Elementary School: 506. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Huron High School and Thurston Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Huron High School is 52nd of 591 and Thurston Elementary School is 55th of 1,581 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).