Central Elementary School vs Pennsylvania Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Muskegon · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
428 students
Pennsylvania Elementary School
Muskegon · Public elementary · Grades K–K
39 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Muskegon, Michigan | Pennsylvania Elementary School Muskegon, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #892 of 1,581 | – |
| National rank | #30860 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades K–K |
| Students | 428 | 39 |
| Enrollment | 428 | 39 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.4% | 10.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | Muskegon | Muskegon |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pennsylvania Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.2 vs 41.6).
- •Pennsylvania Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.3% vs 41.4%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 19.5).
- •Central Elementary School is the larger school with 428 students compared with 39.
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 Central Elementary School better than Pennsylvania Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Pennsylvania Elementary School ranks higher (77.2 vs 41.6 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 Central Elementary School and Pennsylvania Elementary School?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Muskegon and Muskegon in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 428. Pennsylvania Elementary School: 39. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Pennsylvania Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Central Elementary School is 892nd of 1,581 and Pennsylvania Elementary School is unranked among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).