Southwood Elementary vs Townline Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Southwood Elementary
Grand Rapids · Public elementary · Grades K–5
302 students
Townline Elementary
Grand Rapids · Public elementary · Grades K–5
320 students
| Measure | Southwood Elementary Grand Rapids, Michigan | Townline Elementary Grand Rapids, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1024 of 1,581 | #1011 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #34606 of 50,301 | #34224 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 302 | 320 |
| Enrollment | 302 | 320 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.1% | 83.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (36.1 vs 36.7).
- •Southwood Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.1% vs 83.1%).
- •Townline Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 15.9).
- •Townline Elementary is the larger school with 320 students compared with 302.
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 Southwood Elementary better than Townline Elementary?
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 Southwood Elementary and Townline Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Southwood Elementary: 302. Townline Elementary: 320. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Southwood Elementary and Townline Elementary rank in Michigan?
Southwood Elementary is 1024th of 1,581 and Townline Elementary is 1011th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).