Gilcrest Elementary School vs South Valley Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 9.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gilcrest Elementary School
Gilcrest · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
178 students
South Valley Middle School
Platteville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
143 students
| Measure | Gilcrest Elementary School Gilcrest, Colorado | South Valley Middle School Platteville, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #575 of 993 | #191 of 262 |
| National rank | #32610 of 50,301 | #11857 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 178 | 143 |
| Enrollment | 178 | 143 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.8% | 62.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 24% |
| city | Gilcrest | Platteville |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gilcrest Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.0 vs 30.4).
- •Gilcrest Elementary School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 24%).
- •Gilcrest Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 30%).
- •Gilcrest Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.8% vs 62.9%).
- •South Valley Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 13.7).
- •Gilcrest Elementary School is the larger school with 178 students compared with 143.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Gilcrest Elementary School better than South Valley Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Gilcrest Elementary School ranks higher (39.0 vs 30.4 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 Gilcrest Elementary School and South Valley Middle School?
About 9.5 km in a straight line, between Gilcrest and Platteville in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gilcrest Elementary School: 178. South Valley Middle School: 143. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gilcrest Elementary School and South Valley Middle School rank in Colorado?
Gilcrest Elementary School is 575th of 993 and South Valley Middle School is 191st of 262 among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).