Geist Montessori Academy vs Premier Arts Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 194 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Geist Montessori Academy
McCordsville · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
291 students
Premier Arts Academy
Elkhart · Charter elementary · Grades K–7
286 students
| Measure | Geist Montessori Academy McCordsville, Indiana | Premier Arts Academy Elkhart, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #480 of 1,053 | #324 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #21939 of 50,301 | #16596 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–7 |
| Students | 291 | 286 |
| Enrollment | 291 | 286 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 2.4% | 58.4% |
| Students per teacher | 19.4 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | – |
| Math proficiency | 38% | – |
| city | McCordsville | Elkhart |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Premier Arts Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.3 vs 54.6).
- •Geist Montessori Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (2.4% vs 58.4%).
- •Premier Arts Academy does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 19.4).
- •Geist Montessori Academy is the larger school with 291 students compared with 286.
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 Geist Montessori Academy better than Premier Arts Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Premier Arts Academy ranks higher (62.3 vs 54.6 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 Geist Montessori Academy and Premier Arts Academy?
About 194 km in a straight line, between McCordsville and Elkhart in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Geist Montessori Academy: 291. Premier Arts Academy: 286. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Geist Montessori Academy and Premier Arts Academy rank in Indiana?
Geist Montessori Academy is 480th of 1,053 and Premier Arts Academy is 324th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).