Medora STEM Academy vs Pleasant Lake Montessori School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 321 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Medora STEM Academy
Medora · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
90 students
Pleasant Lake Montessori School
Pleasant Lake · Public elementary · Grades K–6
99 students
| Measure | Medora STEM Academy Medora, Indiana | Pleasant Lake Montessori School Pleasant Lake, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1036 of 1,053 | #918 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #46134 of 50,301 | #38229 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 90 | 99 |
| Enrollment | 90 | 99 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.6% | 72.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 37% |
| city | Medora | Pleasant Lake |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pleasant Lake Montessori School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.5 vs 17.9).
- •Pleasant Lake Montessori School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 15%).
- •Pleasant Lake Montessori School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 15%).
- •Pleasant Lake Montessori School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.7% vs 75.6%).
- •Pleasant Lake Montessori School does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 15.0).
- •Pleasant Lake Montessori School is the larger school with 99 students compared with 90.
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 Medora STEM Academy better than Pleasant Lake Montessori School?
On the Success Index (US), Pleasant Lake Montessori School ranks higher (30.5 vs 17.9 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 Medora STEM Academy and Pleasant Lake Montessori School?
About 321 km in a straight line, between Medora and Pleasant Lake in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Medora STEM Academy: 90. Pleasant Lake Montessori School: 99. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Medora STEM Academy and Pleasant Lake Montessori School rank in Indiana?
Medora STEM Academy is 1036th of 1,053 and Pleasant Lake Montessori School is 918th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).