Jenison Innovation Academy vs Sandy Hill School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jenison Innovation Academy
Jenison · Public high · Grades 6–12
159 students
Sandy Hill School
Jenison · Public elementary · Grades K–6
402 students
| Measure | Jenison Innovation Academy Jenison, Michigan | Sandy Hill School Jenison, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #100 of 591 | #215 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #4243 of 16,910 | #9536 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 159 | 402 |
| Enrollment | 159 | 402 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17% | 38.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 56% |
| city | Jenison | Jenison |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sandy Hill School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.6 vs 66.2).
- •Sandy Hill School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 42%).
- •Jenison Innovation Academy does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 66%).
- •Jenison Innovation Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17% vs 38.6%).
- •Sandy Hill School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 17.7).
- •Sandy Hill School is the larger school with 402 students compared with 159.
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 Jenison Innovation Academy better than Sandy Hill School?
On the Success Index (US), Sandy Hill School ranks higher (72.6 vs 66.2 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 Jenison Innovation Academy and Sandy Hill School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Jenison and Jenison in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jenison Innovation Academy: 159. Sandy Hill School: 402. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jenison Innovation Academy and Sandy Hill School rank in Michigan?
Jenison Innovation Academy is 100th of 591 and Sandy Hill School is 215th of 1,581 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).