North Creek Elementary School vs South Meadows Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Creek Elementary School
Chelsea · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
485 students
South Meadows Elementary School
Chelsea · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
476 students
| Measure | North Creek Elementary School Chelsea, Michigan | South Meadows Elementary School Chelsea, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #290 of 1,581 | #281 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #11811 of 50,301 | #11418 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 485 | 476 |
| Enrollment | 485 | 476 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.3% | 15.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 59% |
| Math proficiency | – | 66% |
| city | Chelsea | Chelsea |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (69.3 vs 69.9).
- •South Meadows Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.5% vs 16.3%).
- •North Creek Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 19.0).
- •North Creek Elementary School is the larger school with 485 students compared with 476.
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 North Creek Elementary School better than South Meadows Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are North Creek Elementary School and South Meadows Elementary School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Chelsea and Chelsea in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Creek Elementary School: 485. South Meadows Elementary School: 476. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Creek Elementary School and South Meadows Elementary School rank in Michigan?
North Creek Elementary School is 290th of 1,581 and South Meadows Elementary School is 281st of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).