Da Vinci Schools K5 vs JPS Montessori Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Da Vinci Schools K5
Jackson · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
117 students
JPS Montessori Center
Jackson · Public elementary · Grades K–5
146 students
| Measure | Da Vinci Schools K5 Jackson, Michigan | JPS Montessori Center Jackson, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1240 of 1,581 | #1350 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #41749 of 50,301 | #45729 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 117 | 146 |
| Enrollment | 117 | 146 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.5% | 78.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 10% |
| city | Jackson | Jackson |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Da Vinci Schools K5 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.9 vs 18.6).
- •Da Vinci Schools K5 does better on math proficiency (27% vs 10%).
- •Da Vinci Schools K5 does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 30%).
- •JPS Montessori Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.1% vs 79.5%).
- •Da Vinci Schools K5 does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 18.3).
- •JPS Montessori Center is the larger school with 146 students compared with 117.
- •Da Vinci Schools K5 is a charter school while JPS Montessori Center 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 Da Vinci Schools K5 better than JPS Montessori Center?
On the Success Index (US), Da Vinci Schools K5 ranks higher (24.9 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 Da Vinci Schools K5 and JPS Montessori Center?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Jackson in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Da Vinci Schools K5: 117. JPS Montessori Center: 146. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Da Vinci Schools K5 and JPS Montessori Center rank in Michigan?
Da Vinci Schools K5 is 1240th of 1,581 and JPS Montessori Center is 1350th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).