Parkside Elementary School vs Washington School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 514 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parkside Elementary School
Rockford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
179 students
Washington School
Bessemer · Public elementary · Grades K–6
179 students
| Measure | Parkside Elementary School Rockford, Michigan | Washington School Bessemer, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #117 of 1,581 | #813 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #6101 of 50,301 | #28126 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 179 | 179 |
| Enrollment | 179 | 179 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.4% | 72.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 37% |
| city | Rockford | Bessemer |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkside Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.1 vs 45.7).
- •Parkside Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 37%).
- •Parkside Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 52%).
- •Parkside Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.4% vs 72.6%).
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 Parkside Elementary School better than Washington School?
On the Success Index (US), Parkside Elementary School ranks higher (78.1 vs 45.7 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 Parkside Elementary School and Washington School?
About 514 km in a straight line, between Rockford and Bessemer in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parkside Elementary School: 179. Washington School: 179. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parkside Elementary School and Washington School rank in Michigan?
Parkside Elementary School is 117th of 1,581 and Washington School is 813th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).