North Elementary School vs South 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 Elementary School
Watervliet · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
312 students
South Elementary School
Watervliet · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
335 students
| Measure | North Elementary School Watervliet, Michigan | South Elementary School Watervliet, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #942 of 1,581 | #857 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #32200 of 50,301 | #29845 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 312 | 335 |
| Enrollment | 312 | 335 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.4% | 66.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | – |
| Math proficiency | 48% | – |
| city | Watervliet | Watervliet |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.2 vs 39.6).
- •South Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.9% vs 73.4%).
- •South Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 18.4).
- •South Elementary School is the larger school with 335 students compared with 312.
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 Elementary School better than South Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), South Elementary School ranks higher (43.2 vs 39.6 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 North Elementary School and South Elementary School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Watervliet and Watervliet in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Elementary School: 312. South Elementary School: 335. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Elementary School and South Elementary School rank in Michigan?
North Elementary School is 942nd of 1,581 and South Elementary School is 857th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).