ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School vs Washington Writers Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School
Kalamazoo · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
427 students
Washington Writers Academy
Kalamazoo · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
260 students
| Measure | ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School Kalamazoo, Michigan | Washington Writers Academy Kalamazoo, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #598 of 1,581 | #1504 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #22027 of 50,301 | #49321 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 427 | 260 |
| Enrollment | 427 | 260 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.1% | 94.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 7.5% |
| city | Kalamazoo | Kalamazoo |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.5 vs 10.6).
- •ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 7.5%).
- •ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 7.5%).
- •ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.1% vs 94.2%).
- •Washington Writers Academy does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 15.8).
- •ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School is the larger school with 427 students compared with 260.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School better than Washington Writers Academy?
On the Success Index (US), ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School ranks higher (54.5 vs 10.6 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 ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School and Washington Writers Academy?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Kalamazoo and Kalamazoo in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School: 427. Washington Writers Academy: 260. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School and Washington Writers Academy rank in Michigan?
ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School is 598th of 1,581 and Washington Writers Academy is 1504th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).