Erickson Elementary vs Northglade Montessori School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 165 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Erickson Elementary
Ypsilanti · Public elementary · Grades 1–6
271 students
Northglade Montessori School
Kalamazoo · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
271 students
| Measure | Erickson Elementary Ypsilanti, Michigan | Northglade Montessori School Kalamazoo, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1277 of 1,581 | #930 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #43068 of 50,301 | #31883 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 271 | 271 |
| Enrollment | 271 | 271 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.1% | 46.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 37% |
| city | Ypsilanti | Kalamazoo |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northglade Montessori School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.1 vs 22.8).
- •Northglade Montessori School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 18%).
- •Northglade Montessori School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 17%).
- •Northglade Montessori School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.1% vs 84.1%).
- •Erickson Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 19.4).
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 Erickson Elementary better than Northglade Montessori School?
On the Success Index (US), Northglade Montessori School ranks higher (40.1 vs 22.8 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 Erickson Elementary and Northglade Montessori School?
About 165 km in a straight line, between Ypsilanti and Kalamazoo in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Erickson Elementary: 271. Northglade Montessori School: 271. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Erickson Elementary and Northglade Montessori School rank in Michigan?
Erickson Elementary is 1277th of 1,581 and Northglade Montessori School is 930th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).