North Star Montessori Academy vs Old Mission Peninsula School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 240 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Star Montessori Academy
Marquette · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
145 students
Old Mission Peninsula School
Traverse City · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
146 students
| Measure | North Star Montessori Academy Marquette, Michigan | Old Mission Peninsula School Traverse City, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #970 of 1,581 | #443 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #33168 of 50,301 | #17449 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 145 | 146 |
| Enrollment | 145 | 146 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49% | 21.9% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 42% |
| city | Marquette | Traverse City |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Old Mission Peninsula School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.1 vs 38.2).
- •Old Mission Peninsula School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Old Mission Peninsula School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Old Mission Peninsula School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.9% vs 49%).
- •North Star Montessori Academy does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 11.2).
- •Old Mission Peninsula School is the larger school with 146 students compared with 145.
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 Star Montessori Academy better than Old Mission Peninsula School?
On the Success Index (US), Old Mission Peninsula School ranks higher (61.1 vs 38.2 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 Star Montessori Academy and Old Mission Peninsula School?
About 240 km in a straight line, between Marquette and Traverse City in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Star Montessori Academy: 145. Old Mission Peninsula School: 146. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Star Montessori Academy and Old Mission Peninsula School rank in Michigan?
North Star Montessori Academy is 970th of 1,581 and Old Mission Peninsula School is 443rd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).