Cascades Elementary School vs JPS Montessori Center
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.
Cascades Elementary School
Jackson · Public elementary · Grades K–5
398 students
JPS Montessori Center
Jackson · Public elementary · Grades K–5
146 students
| Measure | Cascades Elementary School Jackson, Michigan | JPS Montessori Center Jackson, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1110 of 1,581 | #1350 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #37399 of 50,301 | #45729 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 398 | 146 |
| Enrollment | 398 | 146 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91% | 78.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 30% |
| Math proficiency | – | 10% |
| city | Jackson | Jackson |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cascades Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.7 vs 18.6).
- •JPS Montessori Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.1% vs 91%).
- •Cascades Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 18.3).
- •Cascades Elementary School is the larger school with 398 students compared with 146.
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 Cascades Elementary School better than JPS Montessori Center?
On the Success Index (US), Cascades Elementary School ranks higher (31.7 vs 18.6 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 Cascades Elementary School and JPS Montessori Center?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Jackson in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cascades Elementary School: 398. JPS Montessori Center: 146. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cascades Elementary School and JPS Montessori Center rank in Michigan?
Cascades Elementary School is 1110th of 1,581 and JPS Montessori Center is 1350th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).