Parker Middle School vs Three Fires Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 4.7 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
Three Fires Elementary
Howell · Public elementary · Grades K–5
753 students
| Measure | Parker Middle School Howell, Michigan | Three Fires Elementary Howell, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #543 of 1,581 | #440 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #20348 of 50,301 | #17320 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,011 | 753 |
| Enrollment | 1,011 | 753 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.4% | 33.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 55% |
| city | Howell | Howell |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Three Fires Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.3 vs 56.9).
- •Three Fires Elementary does better on math proficiency (55% vs 44%).
- •Parker Middle School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 55%).
- •Parker Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.4% vs 33.6%).
- •Three Fires Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 22.0).
- •Parker Middle School is the larger school with 1,011 students compared with 753.
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 Three Fires Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Three Fires Elementary ranks higher (61.3 vs 56.9 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 Parker Middle School and Three Fires Elementary?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Howell and Howell in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parker Middle School: 1,011. Three Fires Elementary: 753. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parker Middle School and Three Fires Elementary rank in Michigan?
Parker Middle School is 543rd of 1,581 and Three Fires Elementary is 440th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).