Cascades Elementary School vs Paragon Charter Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 3.0 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
Paragon Charter Academy
Jackson · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
627 students
| Measure | Cascades Elementary School Jackson, Michigan | Paragon Charter Academy Jackson, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1110 of 1,581 | #901 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #37399 of 50,301 | #31099 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 398 | 627 |
| Enrollment | 398 | 627 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91% | 63.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 51% |
| Math proficiency | – | 39% |
| city | Jackson | Jackson |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paragon Charter Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.3 vs 31.7).
- •Paragon Charter Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.8% vs 91%).
- •Cascades Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 17.9).
- •Paragon Charter Academy is the larger school with 627 students compared with 398.
- •Cascades Elementary School is a public school while Paragon Charter Academy is a charter 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Cascades Elementary School better than Paragon Charter Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Paragon Charter Academy ranks higher (41.3 vs 31.7 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 Cascades Elementary School and Paragon Charter Academy?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Jackson in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cascades Elementary School: 398. Paragon Charter Academy: 627. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cascades Elementary School and Paragon Charter Academy rank in Michigan?
Cascades Elementary School is 1110th of 1,581 and Paragon Charter Academy is 901st of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).