Craig Middle School vs Sunset Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Craig Middle School
Craig · Public middle · Grades 6–8
419 students
Sunset Elementary School
Craig · Public elementary · Grades K–5
261 students
| Measure | Craig Middle School Craig, Colorado | Sunset Elementary School Craig, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #189 of 262 | #461 of 993 |
| National rank | #11825 of 15,369 | #27427 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 419 | 261 |
| Enrollment | 419 | 261 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.3% | 57.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 27% |
| city | Craig | Craig |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sunset Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.7 vs 30.5).
- •Sunset Elementary School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 16%).
- •Sunset Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 32%).
- •Craig Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.3% vs 57.9%).
- •Sunset Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.0).
- •Craig Middle School is the larger school with 419 students compared with 261.
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 Craig Middle School better than Sunset Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Sunset Elementary School ranks higher (46.7 vs 30.5 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 Craig Middle School and Sunset Elementary School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Craig and Craig in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Craig Middle School: 419. Sunset Elementary School: 261. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Craig Middle School and Sunset Elementary School rank in Colorado?
Craig Middle School is 189th of 262 and Sunset Elementary School is 461st of 993 among middle schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).