Shelby Elementary School vs Spitler Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 8.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Shelby Elementary School
Shelby · Public elementary · Grades K–5
433 students
Spitler Elementary School
Hart · Public elementary · Grades K–4
389 students
| Measure | Shelby Elementary School Shelby, Michigan | Spitler Elementary School Hart, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1053 of 1,581 | #1059 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #35475 of 50,301 | #35819 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 433 | 389 |
| Enrollment | 433 | 389 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.1% | 80.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 31% |
| city | Shelby | Hart |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.7 vs 34.2).
- •Shelby Elementary School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 31%).
- •Shelby Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 36%).
- •Shelby Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.1% vs 80.5%).
- •Spitler Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 14.0).
- •Shelby Elementary School is the larger school with 433 students compared with 389.
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 Shelby Elementary School better than Spitler 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 Shelby Elementary School and Spitler Elementary School?
About 8.6 km in a straight line, between Shelby and Hart in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Shelby Elementary School: 433. Spitler Elementary School: 389. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Shelby Elementary School and Spitler Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Shelby Elementary School is 1053rd of 1,581 and Spitler Elementary School is 1059th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).