North Star Montessori Academy vs Sandy Knoll School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 4.4 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
Sandy Knoll School
Marquette · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
322 students
| Measure | North Star Montessori Academy Marquette, Michigan | Sandy Knoll School Marquette, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #970 of 1,581 | #342 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #33168 of 50,301 | #13604 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 145 | 322 |
| Enrollment | 145 | 322 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49% | 26.4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 52% |
| city | Marquette | Marquette |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sandy Knoll School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.8 vs 38.2).
- •Sandy Knoll School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 22%).
- •Sandy Knoll School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Sandy Knoll School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.4% vs 49%).
- •North Star Montessori Academy does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 14.0).
- •Sandy Knoll School is the larger school with 322 students compared with 145.
- •North Star Montessori Academy is a charter school while Sandy Knoll School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Sandy Knoll School?
On the Success Index (US), Sandy Knoll School ranks higher (66.8 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 Sandy Knoll School?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Marquette and Marquette in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Star Montessori Academy: 145. Sandy Knoll School: 322. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Star Montessori Academy and Sandy Knoll School rank in Michigan?
North Star Montessori Academy is 970th of 1,581 and Sandy Knoll School is 342nd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).