North Rockford Middle School vs Parkside Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 913 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Rockford Middle School
Rockford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
908 students
Parkside Elementary School
Rockford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
179 students
| Measure | North Rockford Middle School Rockford, Michigan | Parkside Elementary School Rockford, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #55 of 485 | #117 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #2322 of 15,369 | #6101 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 908 | 179 |
| Enrollment | 908 | 179 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.2% | 32.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 67% |
| city | Rockford | Rockford |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkside Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.1 vs 75.2).
- •Parkside Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 63%).
- •Parkside Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 64%).
- •North Rockford Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.2% vs 32.4%).
- •Parkside Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 17.1).
- •North Rockford Middle School is the larger school with 908 students compared with 179.
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 Rockford Middle School better than Parkside Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Parkside Elementary School ranks higher (78.1 vs 75.2 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 North Rockford Middle School and Parkside Elementary School?
About 913 m in a straight line, between Rockford and Rockford in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Rockford Middle School: 908. Parkside Elementary School: 179. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Rockford Middle School and Parkside Elementary School rank in Michigan?
North Rockford Middle School is 55th of 485 and Parkside Elementary School is 117th of 1,581 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).