Edmonson Montessori vs Justus Gage Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 253 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edmonson Montessori
Detroit · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
262 students
Justus Gage Elementary School
Dowagiac · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
262 students
| Measure | Edmonson Montessori Detroit, Michigan | Justus Gage Elementary School Dowagiac, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #368 of 1,581 | #1084 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #14523 of 50,301 | #36444 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 262 | 262 |
| Enrollment | 262 | 262 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.5% | 74.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 37% |
| city | Detroit | Dowagiac |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edmonson Montessori scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.4 vs 33.2).
- •Edmonson Montessori does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.5% vs 74.8%).
- •Edmonson Montessori does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 15.4).
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 Edmonson Montessori better than Justus Gage Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Edmonson Montessori ranks higher (65.4 vs 33.2 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 Edmonson Montessori and Justus Gage Elementary School?
About 253 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Dowagiac in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edmonson Montessori: 262. Justus Gage Elementary School: 262. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edmonson Montessori and Justus Gage Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Edmonson Montessori is 368th of 1,581 and Justus Gage Elementary School is 1084th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).