Alpine Academy vs Rulon M Ellis Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Idaho, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alpine Academy
Chubbuck · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
272 students
Rulon M Ellis Elementary School
Chubbuck · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
352 students
| Measure | Alpine Academy Chubbuck, Idaho | Rulon M Ellis Elementary School Chubbuck, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #106 of 106 | #78 of 352 |
| National rank | #14662 of 15,369 | #13803 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 272 | 352 |
| Enrollment | 272 | 352 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 53.4% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 68% |
| Math proficiency | – | 69% |
| city | Chubbuck | Chubbuck |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rulon M Ellis Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.5 vs 14.2).
- •Rulon M Ellis Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 20.9).
- •Rulon M Ellis Elementary School is the larger school with 352 students compared with 272.
- •Alpine Academy is a charter school while Rulon M Ellis Elementary 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 Alpine Academy better than Rulon M Ellis Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Rulon M Ellis Elementary School ranks higher (66.5 vs 14.2 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 Alpine Academy and Rulon M Ellis Elementary School?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Chubbuck and Chubbuck in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alpine Academy: 272. Rulon M Ellis Elementary School: 352. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alpine Academy and Rulon M Ellis Elementary School rank in Idaho?
Alpine Academy is 106th of 106 and Rulon M Ellis Elementary School is 78th of 352 among middle schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).