Montezuma Elementary School vs West Jay Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 195 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Montezuma Elementary School
Montezuma · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
213 students
West Jay Elementary
Dunkirk · Public elementary · Grades K–6
214 students
| Measure | Montezuma Elementary School Montezuma, Indiana | West Jay Elementary Dunkirk, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #668 of 1,053 | #551 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #27485 of 50,301 | #24011 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 213 | 214 |
| Enrollment | 213 | 214 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.8% | 72.4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 52% |
| city | Montezuma | Dunkirk |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Jay Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.7 vs 46.6).
- •West Jay Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •West Jay Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Montezuma Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.8% vs 72.4%).
- •Montezuma Elementary School does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 11.3).
- •West Jay Elementary is the larger school with 214 students compared with 213.
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 Montezuma Elementary School better than West Jay Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), West Jay Elementary ranks higher (51.7 vs 46.6 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 Montezuma Elementary School and West Jay Elementary?
About 195 km in a straight line, between Montezuma and Dunkirk in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Montezuma Elementary School: 213. West Jay Elementary: 214. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Montezuma Elementary School and West Jay Elementary rank in Indiana?
Montezuma Elementary School is 668th of 1,053 and West Jay Elementary is 551st of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).