North Pennfield Elementary vs Pennfield Dunlap Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Pennfield Elementary
Battle Creek · Public elementary · Grades K–2
188 students
Pennfield Dunlap Elementary
Battle Creek · Public elementary · Grades 3–4
273 students
| Measure | North Pennfield Elementary Battle Creek, Michigan | Pennfield Dunlap Elementary Battle Creek, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #828 of 1,581 | #1002 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #28750 of 50,301 | #33994 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades 3–4 |
| Students | 188 | 273 |
| Enrollment | 188 | 273 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.8% | 61.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 42% |
| Math proficiency | – | 34% |
| city | Battle Creek | Battle Creek |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Pennfield Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.8 vs 37.0).
- •Pennfield Dunlap Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.2% vs 63.8%).
- •North Pennfield Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 16.1).
- •Pennfield Dunlap Elementary is the larger school with 273 students compared with 188.
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 North Pennfield Elementary better than Pennfield Dunlap Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), North Pennfield Elementary ranks higher (44.8 vs 37.0 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 North Pennfield Elementary and Pennfield Dunlap Elementary?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Battle Creek and Battle Creek in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Pennfield Elementary: 188. Pennfield Dunlap Elementary: 273. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Pennfield Elementary and Pennfield Dunlap Elementary rank in Michigan?
North Pennfield Elementary is 828th of 1,581 and Pennfield Dunlap Elementary is 1002nd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).