Oakland International Academy 28 vs Tau Beta School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 853 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oakland International Academy 28
Detroit · Charter middle · Grades 2–8
1,034 students
Tau Beta School
Hamtramck · Public elementary · Grades K–8
261 students
| Measure | Oakland International Academy 28 Detroit, Michigan | Tau Beta School Hamtramck, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #416 of 485 | #1514 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #13168 of 15,369 | #49443 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,034 | 261 |
| Enrollment | 1,034 | 261 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.1% | 87.7% |
| Students per teacher | 79.5 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 12% |
| city | Detroit | Hamtramck |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Oakland International Academy 28 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.3 vs 10.1).
- •Oakland International Academy 28 does better on math proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •Oakland International Academy 28 does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 12%).
- •Oakland International Academy 28 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.1% vs 87.7%).
- •Tau Beta School does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 79.5).
- •Oakland International Academy 28 is the larger school with 1,034 students compared with 261.
- •Oakland International Academy 28 is a charter school while Tau Beta 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 Oakland International Academy 28 better than Tau Beta School?
On the Success Index (US), Oakland International Academy 28 ranks higher (23.3 vs 10.1 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 Oakland International Academy 28 and Tau Beta School?
About 853 m in a straight line, between Detroit and Hamtramck in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Oakland International Academy 28: 1,034. Tau Beta School: 261. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Oakland International Academy 28 and Tau Beta School rank in Michigan?
Oakland International Academy 28 is 416th of 485 and Tau Beta School is 1514th of 1,581 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).