Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building vs Star Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 6.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building
Hastings · Charter high · Grades 6–12
15 students
Star Elementary School
Hastings · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
287 students
| Measure | Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building Hastings, Michigan | Star Elementary School Hastings, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #727 of 1,581 |
| National rank | – | #25920 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 15 | 287 |
| Enrollment | 15 | 287 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80% | 48.8% |
| Students per teacher | – | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 52% |
| Math proficiency | – | 42% |
| city | Hastings | Hastings |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Star Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.9 vs 21.9).
- •Star Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.8% vs 80%).
- •Star Elementary School is the larger school with 287 students compared with 15.
- •Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building is a charter school while Star Elementary School is a public 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 Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building better than Star Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Star Elementary School ranks higher (48.9 vs 21.9 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 Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building and Star Elementary School?
About 6.3 km in a straight line, between Hastings and Hastings in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building: 15. Star Elementary School: 287. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building and Star Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building is unranked and Star Elementary School is 727th of 1,581 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).