North Pennfield Elementary vs Pennfield Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two 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 Middle School
Battle Creek · Public middle · Grades 5–7
471 students
| Measure | North Pennfield Elementary Battle Creek, Michigan | Pennfield Middle School Battle Creek, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #828 of 1,581 | #373 of 485 |
| National rank | #28750 of 50,301 | #11810 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades 5–7 |
| Students | 188 | 471 |
| Enrollment | 188 | 471 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.8% | 57.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 38% |
| Math proficiency | – | 29% |
| city | Battle Creek | Battle Creek |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Pennfield Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.8 vs 30.6).
- •Pennfield Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.7% vs 63.8%).
- •North Pennfield Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 19.6).
- •Pennfield Middle School is the larger school with 471 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 Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), North Pennfield Elementary ranks higher (44.8 vs 30.6 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 Middle School?
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 Middle School: 471. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Pennfield Elementary and Pennfield Middle School rank in Michigan?
North Pennfield Elementary is 828th of 1,581 and Pennfield Middle School is 373rd of 485 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).