Meachum Elementary vs South Meadows Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 115 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Meachum Elementary
Millington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
476 students
South Meadows Elementary School
Chelsea · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
476 students
| Measure | Meachum Elementary Millington, Michigan | South Meadows Elementary School Chelsea, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #950 of 1,581 | #281 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #32503 of 50,301 | #11418 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 476 | 476 |
| Enrollment | 476 | 476 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.4% | 15.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 66% |
| city | Millington | Chelsea |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Meadows Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.9 vs 39.2).
- •South Meadows Elementary School does better on math proficiency (66% vs 36%).
- •South Meadows Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 43%).
- •South Meadows Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.5% vs 54.4%).
- •Meachum Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 19.0).
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 Meachum Elementary better than South Meadows Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), South Meadows Elementary School ranks higher (69.9 vs 39.2 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 Meachum Elementary and South Meadows Elementary School?
About 115 km in a straight line, between Millington and Chelsea in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Meachum Elementary: 476. South Meadows Elementary School: 476. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Meachum Elementary and South Meadows Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Meachum Elementary is 950th of 1,581 and South Meadows Elementary School is 281st of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).