Central Elementary vs Gem Prep: Nampa
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Idaho, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Nampa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
365 students
Gem Prep: Nampa
Nampa · Charter other · Grades K–12
529 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Nampa, Idaho | Gem Prep: Nampa Nampa, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #331 of 352 | – |
| National rank | #41813 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 365 | 529 |
| Enrollment | 365 | 529 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66% | 62.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | – |
| Math proficiency | 22% | – |
| city | Nampa | Nampa |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gem Prep: Nampa does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.8% vs 66%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 23.0).
- •Gem Prep: Nampa is the larger school with 529 students compared with 365.
- •Central Elementary is a public school while Gem Prep: Nampa is a charter 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 Central Elementary better than Gem Prep: Nampa?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central Elementary and Gem Prep: Nampa?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Nampa and Nampa in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 365. Gem Prep: Nampa: 529. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Gem Prep: Nampa rank in Idaho?
Central Elementary is 331st of 352 and Gem Prep: Nampa is unranked among elementary schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).