JPS Montessori Center vs South Central Michigan Virtual
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
JPS Montessori Center
Jackson · Public elementary · Grades K–5
146 students
South Central Michigan Virtual
Jackson · Public other · Grades K–12
402 students
| Measure | JPS Montessori Center Jackson, Michigan | South Central Michigan Virtual Jackson, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1350 of 1,581 | – |
| National rank | #45729 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 146 | 402 |
| Enrollment | 146 | 402 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.1% | 75.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 80.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 34.5% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 5% |
| city | Jackson | Jackson |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •JPS Montessori Center does better on math proficiency (10% vs 5%).
- •South Central Michigan Virtual does better on reading proficiency (34.5% vs 30%).
- •South Central Michigan Virtual does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.9% vs 78.1%).
- •JPS Montessori Center does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 80.4).
- •South Central Michigan Virtual is the larger school with 402 students compared with 146.
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 JPS Montessori Center better than South Central Michigan Virtual?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are JPS Montessori Center and South Central Michigan Virtual?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Jackson in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
JPS Montessori Center: 146. South Central Michigan Virtual: 402. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do JPS Montessori Center and South Central Michigan Virtual rank in Michigan?
JPS Montessori Center is 1350th of 1,581 and South Central Michigan Virtual is unranked among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).