Laker Elementary vs Parsons Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 192 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laker Elementary
Pigeon · Public elementary · Grades K–5
418 students
Parsons Elementary School
Rockwood · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
418 students
| Measure | Laker Elementary Pigeon, Michigan | Parsons Elementary School Rockwood, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #607 of 1,581 | #430 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #22232 of 50,301 | #17083 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 418 | 418 |
| Enrollment | 418 | 418 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.8% | 27% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 50% |
| city | Pigeon | Rockwood |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parsons Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.6 vs 54.2).
- •Parsons Elementary School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 46%).
- •Parsons Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 52%).
- •Parsons Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27% vs 49.8%).
- •Laker Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 17.4).
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 Laker Elementary better than Parsons Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Parsons Elementary School ranks higher (61.6 vs 54.2 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 Laker Elementary and Parsons Elementary School?
About 192 km in a straight line, between Pigeon and Rockwood in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laker Elementary: 418. Parsons Elementary School: 418. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laker Elementary and Parsons Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Laker Elementary is 607th of 1,581 and Parsons Elementary School is 430th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).