MidMichigan Leadership Academy vs Willow School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
MidMichigan Leadership Academy
Lansing · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
316 students
Willow School
Lansing · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
273 students
| Measure | MidMichigan Leadership Academy Lansing, Michigan | Willow School Lansing, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1421 of 1,581 | #1447 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #47497 of 50,301 | #48234 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 316 | 273 |
| Enrollment | 316 | 273 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.7% | 89.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 15% |
| city | Lansing | Lansing |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •MidMichigan Leadership Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.3 vs 13.7).
- •Willow School does better on math proficiency (15% vs 12%).
- •MidMichigan Leadership Academy does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 15%).
- •Willow School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.7% vs 99.7%).
- •MidMichigan Leadership Academy does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 15.2).
- •MidMichigan Leadership Academy is the larger school with 316 students compared with 273.
- •MidMichigan Leadership Academy is a charter school while Willow 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 MidMichigan Leadership Academy better than Willow School?
On the Success Index (US), MidMichigan Leadership Academy ranks higher (15.3 vs 13.7 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 MidMichigan Leadership Academy and Willow School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Lansing and Lansing in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
MidMichigan Leadership Academy: 316. Willow School: 273. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do MidMichigan Leadership Academy and Willow School rank in Michigan?
MidMichigan Leadership Academy is 1421st of 1,581 and Willow School is 1447th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).