Central Elementary vs Sherman Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Idaho, United States, 1.4 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
Sherman Elementary
Nampa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
468 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Nampa, Idaho | Sherman Elementary Nampa, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #331 of 352 | #298 of 352 |
| National rank | #41813 of 50,301 | #36774 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 365 | 468 |
| Enrollment | 365 | 468 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66% | 63.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 36% |
| city | Nampa | Nampa |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sherman Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.8 vs 24.8).
- •Sherman Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 22%).
- •Sherman Elementary does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •Sherman Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.2% vs 66%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 16.7).
- •Sherman Elementary is the larger school with 468 students compared with 365.
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 Sherman Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sherman Elementary ranks higher (32.8 vs 24.8 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 Central Elementary and Sherman Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Nampa and Nampa in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 365. Sherman Elementary: 468. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Sherman Elementary rank in Idaho?
Central Elementary is 331st of 352 and Sherman Elementary is 298th of 352 among elementary schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).