Thomas Jefferson Elem School vs Universal Learning Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Thomas Jefferson Elem School
Redford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
248 students
Universal Learning Academy
Westland · Charter other · Grades PK–12
761 students
| Measure | Thomas Jefferson Elem School Redford, Michigan | Universal Learning Academy Westland, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1027 of 1,581 | – |
| National rank | #34717 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–12 |
| Students | 248 | 761 |
| Enrollment | 248 | 761 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.8% | 90.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 16% |
| city | Redford | Westland |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Jefferson Elem School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 16%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Elem School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 31%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.8% vs 90.9%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 16.5).
- •Universal Learning Academy is the larger school with 761 students compared with 248.
- •Thomas Jefferson Elem School is a public school while Universal Learning Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Thomas Jefferson Elem School better than Universal Learning Academy?
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 Thomas Jefferson Elem School and Universal Learning Academy?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Redford and Westland in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Thomas Jefferson Elem School: 248. Universal Learning Academy: 761. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Thomas Jefferson Elem School and Universal Learning Academy rank in Michigan?
Thomas Jefferson Elem School is 1027th of 1,581 and Universal Learning Academy is unranked among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).