Battle Creek Montessori Academy vs Dudley School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Battle Creek Montessori Academy
Springfield · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
141 students
Dudley School
Battle Creek · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
117 students
| Measure | Battle Creek Montessori Academy Springfield, Michigan | Dudley School Battle Creek, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1300 of 1,581 | #875 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #43772 of 50,301 | #30282 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 141 | 117 |
| Enrollment | 141 | 117 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.8% | 81.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 9.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | – |
| Math proficiency | 22% | – |
| city | Springfield | Battle Creek |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dudley School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.5 vs 21.7).
- •Dudley School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.2% vs 85.8%).
- •Dudley School does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 15.7).
- •Battle Creek Montessori Academy is the larger school with 141 students compared with 117.
- •Battle Creek Montessori Academy is a charter school while Dudley School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Battle Creek Montessori Academy better than Dudley School?
On the Success Index (US), Dudley School ranks higher (42.5 vs 21.7 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 Battle Creek Montessori Academy and Dudley School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Battle Creek in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Battle Creek Montessori Academy: 141. Dudley School: 117. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Battle Creek Montessori Academy and Dudley School rank in Michigan?
Battle Creek Montessori Academy is 1300th of 1,581 and Dudley School is 875th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).