Kingsford Middle School vs North Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kingsford Middle School
Kingsford · Public middle · Grades 5–8
608 students
North Elementary School
Iron Mountain · Public elementary · Grades K–4
263 students
| Measure | Kingsford Middle School Kingsford, Michigan | North Elementary School Iron Mountain, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #230 of 485 | #977 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #7982 of 15,369 | #33304 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 608 | 263 |
| Enrollment | 608 | 263 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.2% | 63.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 42% |
| city | Kingsford | Iron Mountain |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kingsford Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.5 vs 38.0).
- •North Elementary School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Kingsford Middle School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •Kingsford Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.2% vs 63.5%).
- •North Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 19.0).
- •Kingsford Middle School is the larger school with 608 students compared with 263.
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 Kingsford Middle School better than North Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Kingsford Middle School ranks higher (48.5 vs 38.0 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 Kingsford Middle School and North Elementary School?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Kingsford and Iron Mountain in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kingsford Middle School: 608. North Elementary School: 263. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kingsford Middle School and North Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Kingsford Middle School is 230th of 485 and North Elementary School is 977th of 1,581 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).