Justus Gage Elementary School vs Park Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 39 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Justus Gage Elementary School
Dowagiac · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
262 students
Park Elementary School
Three Rivers · Public elementary · Grades K–5
262 students
| Measure | Justus Gage Elementary School Dowagiac, Michigan | Park Elementary School Three Rivers, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1084 of 1,581 | #839 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #36444 of 50,301 | #29090 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 262 | 262 |
| Enrollment | 262 | 262 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.8% | 53.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| city | Dowagiac | Three Rivers |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Park Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.3 vs 33.2).
- •Park Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Park Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.1% vs 74.8%).
- •Park Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.8 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 Justus Gage Elementary School better than Park Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Park Elementary School ranks higher (44.3 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 Justus Gage Elementary School and Park Elementary School?
About 39 km in a straight line, between Dowagiac and Three Rivers in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Justus Gage Elementary School: 262. Park Elementary School: 262. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Justus Gage Elementary School and Park Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Justus Gage Elementary School is 1084th of 1,581 and Park Elementary School is 839th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).