George D Gilbert Elementary School vs Parchment North Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 463 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George D Gilbert Elementary School
Gwinn · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
208 students
Parchment North Elem School
Kalamazoo · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
208 students
| Measure | George D Gilbert Elementary School Gwinn, Michigan | Parchment North Elem School Kalamazoo, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #962 of 1,581 | #1034 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #32946 of 50,301 | #35054 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 208 | 208 |
| Enrollment | 208 | 208 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.3% | 53.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 25% |
| city | Gwinn | Kalamazoo |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George D Gilbert Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.5 vs 35.4).
- •George D Gilbert Elementary School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 25%).
- •George D Gilbert Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Parchment North Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.8% vs 56.3%).
- •George D Gilbert Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.9).
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 George D Gilbert Elementary School better than Parchment North Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), George D Gilbert Elementary School ranks higher (38.5 vs 35.4 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 George D Gilbert Elementary School and Parchment North Elem School?
About 463 km in a straight line, between Gwinn and Kalamazoo in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George D Gilbert Elementary School: 208. Parchment North Elem School: 208. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George D Gilbert Elementary School and Parchment North Elem School rank in Michigan?
George D Gilbert Elementary School is 962nd of 1,581 and Parchment North Elem School is 1034th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).