Norup International School vs Thompson K8 International Academy
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.
Norup International School
Oak Park · Public elementary · Grades K–8
672 students
Thompson K8 International Academy
Southfield · Public elementary · Grades K–8
544 students
| Measure | Norup International School Oak Park, Michigan | Thompson K8 International Academy Southfield, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #371 of 1,581 | #1254 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #14739 of 50,301 | #42266 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 672 | 544 |
| Enrollment | 672 | 544 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.7% | 64.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 14% |
| city | Oak Park | Southfield |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Norup International School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.1 vs 24.1).
- •Norup International School does better on math proficiency (51% vs 14%).
- •Norup International School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 32%).
- •Norup International School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.7% vs 64.5%).
- •Thompson K8 International Academy does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 16.8).
- •Norup International School is the larger school with 672 students compared with 544.
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 Norup International School better than Thompson K8 International Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Norup International School ranks higher (65.1 vs 24.1 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 Norup International School and Thompson K8 International Academy?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Oak Park and Southfield in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Norup International School: 672. Thompson K8 International Academy: 544. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Norup International School and Thompson K8 International Academy rank in Michigan?
Norup International School is 371st of 1,581 and Thompson K8 International Academy is 1254th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).