Chief Joseph School of the Arts vs Meridian Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Idaho, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chief Joseph School of the Arts
Meridian · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
505 students
Meridian Elementary School
Meridian · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
468 students
| Measure | Chief Joseph School of the Arts Meridian, Idaho | Meridian Elementary School Meridian, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #39 of 352 | #155 of 352 |
| National rank | #10303 of 50,301 | #22310 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 505 | 468 |
| Enrollment | 505 | 468 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.1% | 66% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 58% |
| city | Meridian | Meridian |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chief Joseph School of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.4 vs 54.1).
- •Chief Joseph School of the Arts does better on math proficiency (69% vs 58%).
- •Chief Joseph School of the Arts does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 52%).
- •Chief Joseph School of the Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.1% vs 66%).
- •Chief Joseph School of the Arts does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 15.6).
- •Chief Joseph School of the Arts is the larger school with 505 students compared with 468.
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 Chief Joseph School of the Arts better than Meridian Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Chief Joseph School of the Arts ranks higher (71.4 vs 54.1 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 Chief Joseph School of the Arts and Meridian Elementary School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Meridian and Meridian in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chief Joseph School of the Arts: 505. Meridian Elementary School: 468. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chief Joseph School of the Arts and Meridian Elementary School rank in Idaho?
Chief Joseph School of the Arts is 39th of 352 and Meridian Elementary School is 155th of 352 among elementary schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).