Hillsdale Preparatory School vs North AdamsJerome Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillsdale Preparatory School
Hillsdale · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
60 students
North AdamsJerome Elem School
North Adams · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
138 students
| Measure | Hillsdale Preparatory School Hillsdale, Michigan | North AdamsJerome Elem School North Adams, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #888 of 1,581 | #1256 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #30698 of 50,301 | #42314 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 60 | 138 |
| Enrollment | 60 | 138 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.7% | 74.6% |
| Students per teacher | 7.5 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 24.5% |
| city | Hillsdale | North Adams |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillsdale Preparatory School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.9 vs 24.0).
- •Hillsdale Preparatory School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 24.5%).
- •Hillsdale Preparatory School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 24.5%).
- •Hillsdale Preparatory School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.7% vs 74.6%).
- •Hillsdale Preparatory School does better on students per teacher (7.5 vs 13.8).
- •North AdamsJerome Elem School is the larger school with 138 students compared with 60.
- •Hillsdale Preparatory School is a charter school while North AdamsJerome Elem School 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 Hillsdale Preparatory School better than North AdamsJerome Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Hillsdale Preparatory School ranks higher (41.9 vs 24.0 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 Hillsdale Preparatory School and North AdamsJerome Elem School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Hillsdale and North Adams in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillsdale Preparatory School: 60. North AdamsJerome Elem School: 138. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillsdale Preparatory School and North AdamsJerome Elem School rank in Michigan?
Hillsdale Preparatory School is 888th of 1,581 and North AdamsJerome Elem School is 1256th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).