KIPP Detroit Imani Academy vs Lake Superior Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 456 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
KIPP Detroit Imani Academy
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades K–2
91 students
Lake Superior Academy
Sault S Marie · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
93 students
| Measure | KIPP Detroit Imani Academy Detroit, Michigan | Lake Superior Academy Sault S Marie, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1257 of 1,581 | #1140 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #42364 of 50,301 | #38411 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 91 | 93 |
| Enrollment | 91 | 93 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.8% | 41.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | – | 24.5% |
| city | Detroit | Sault S Marie |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lake Superior Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.2 vs 23.9).
- •Lake Superior Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.9% vs 97.8%).
- •KIPP Detroit Imani Academy does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 23.3).
- •Lake Superior Academy is the larger school with 93 students compared with 91.
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 KIPP Detroit Imani Academy better than Lake Superior Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Lake Superior Academy ranks higher (30.2 vs 23.9 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 KIPP Detroit Imani Academy and Lake Superior Academy?
About 456 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Sault S Marie in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
KIPP Detroit Imani Academy: 91. Lake Superior Academy: 93. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do KIPP Detroit Imani Academy and Lake Superior Academy rank in Michigan?
KIPP Detroit Imani Academy is 1257th of 1,581 and Lake Superior Academy is 1140th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).