Jefferson vs Vanderbilt Charter Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson
Holland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
254 students
Vanderbilt Charter Academy
Holland · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
401 students
| Measure | Jefferson Holland, Michigan | Vanderbilt Charter Academy Holland, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #792 of 1,581 | #655 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #27550 of 50,301 | #23727 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 254 | 401 |
| Enrollment | 254 | 401 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.5% | 81% |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 51% |
| city | Holland | Holland |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vanderbilt Charter Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.1 vs 46.5).
- •Vanderbilt Charter Academy does better on math proficiency (51% vs 37%).
- •Vanderbilt Charter Academy does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 52%).
- •Jefferson does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.5% vs 81%).
- •Jefferson does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 12.9).
- •Vanderbilt Charter Academy is the larger school with 401 students compared with 254.
- •Jefferson is a public school while Vanderbilt Charter Academy is a charter 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 Jefferson better than Vanderbilt Charter Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Vanderbilt Charter Academy ranks higher (52.1 vs 46.5 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 Jefferson and Vanderbilt Charter Academy?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Holland and Holland in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson: 254. Vanderbilt Charter Academy: 401. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson and Vanderbilt Charter Academy rank in Michigan?
Jefferson is 792nd of 1,581 and Vanderbilt Charter Academy is 655th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).