Arbor Academy vs Battle Creek Montessori Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arbor Academy
Battle Creek · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
154 students
Battle Creek Montessori Academy
Springfield · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
141 students
| Measure | Arbor Academy Battle Creek, Michigan | Battle Creek Montessori Academy Springfield, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1345 of 1,581 | #1300 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #45573 of 50,301 | #43772 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 154 | 141 |
| Enrollment | 154 | 141 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.1% | 85.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| city | Battle Creek | Springfield |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Battle Creek Montessori Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.7 vs 18.8).
- •Battle Creek Montessori Academy does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Battle Creek Montessori Academy does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Arbor Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.1% vs 85.8%).
- •Arbor Academy does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.7).
- •Arbor Academy is the larger school with 154 students compared with 141.
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 Arbor Academy better than Battle Creek Montessori Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Battle Creek Montessori Academy ranks higher (21.7 vs 18.8 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 Arbor Academy and Battle Creek Montessori Academy?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Battle Creek and Springfield in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arbor Academy: 154. Battle Creek Montessori Academy: 141. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arbor Academy and Battle Creek Montessori Academy rank in Michigan?
Arbor Academy is 1345th of 1,581 and Battle Creek Montessori Academy is 1300th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).