Emerson Elementary School vs Garfield Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 670 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Elementary School
Lakewood · Public elementary · Grades K–5
323 students
Garfield Middle School
Lakewood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
457 students
| Measure | Emerson Elementary School Lakewood, Ohio | Garfield Middle School Lakewood, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #555 of 1,713 | #393 of 646 |
| National rank | #8067 of 50,301 | #3949 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 323 | 457 |
| Enrollment | 323 | 457 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.6% | 56.9% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 67% |
| city | Lakewood | Lakewood |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.8 vs 67.2).
- •Emerson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 67%).
- •Emerson Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 63%).
- •Emerson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.6% vs 56.9%).
- •Garfield Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 19.0).
- •Garfield Middle School is the larger school with 457 students compared with 323.
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 Emerson Elementary School better than Garfield Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Emerson Elementary School ranks higher (74.8 vs 67.2 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 Emerson Elementary School and Garfield Middle School?
About 670 m in a straight line, between Lakewood and Lakewood in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Elementary School: 323. Garfield Middle School: 457. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Elementary School and Garfield Middle School rank in Ohio?
Emerson Elementary School is 555th of 1,713 and Garfield Middle School is 393rd of 646 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).