Parker Middle School vs Southwest Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parker Middle School
Howell · Public elementary · Grades K–8
1,011 students
Southwest Elementary School
Howell · Public elementary · Grades K–5
526 students
| Measure | Parker Middle School Howell, Michigan | Southwest Elementary School Howell, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #543 of 1,581 | #551 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #20348 of 50,301 | #20558 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,011 | 526 |
| Enrollment | 1,011 | 526 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.4% | 38.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 49% |
| city | Howell | Howell |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (56.9 vs 56.6).
- •Southwest Elementary School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 44%).
- •Parker Middle School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 52%).
- •Parker Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.4% vs 38.2%).
- •Southwest Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 22.0).
- •Parker Middle School is the larger school with 1,011 students compared with 526.
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 Parker Middle School better than Southwest 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 Parker Middle School and Southwest Elementary School?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Howell and Howell in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parker Middle School: 1,011. Southwest Elementary School: 526. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parker Middle School and Southwest Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Parker Middle School is 543rd of 1,581 and Southwest Elementary School is 551st of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).