North Elementary School vs University Elementary School Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 251 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
University Elementary School Academy
Lathrup Village · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
312 students
| Measure | North Elementary School Watervliet, Michigan | University Elementary School Academy Lathrup Village, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #942 of 1,581 | #922 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #32200 of 50,301 | #31705 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 312 | 312 |
| Enrollment | 312 | 312 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.4% | 42.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 20.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 32% |
| city | Watervliet | Lathrup Village |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (39.6 vs 40.4).
- •North Elementary School does better on math proficiency (48% vs 32%).
- •University Elementary School Academy does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 44%).
- •University Elementary School Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.6% vs 73.4%).
- •North Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 20.8).
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 University Elementary School Academy?
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 Elementary School and University Elementary School Academy?
About 251 km in a straight line, between Watervliet and Lathrup Village in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Elementary School: 312. University Elementary School Academy: 312. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Elementary School and University Elementary School Academy rank in Michigan?
North Elementary School is 942nd of 1,581 and University Elementary School Academy is 922nd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).