Columbia High School vs Sherman Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Idaho, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbia High School
Nampa · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,165 students
Sherman Elementary
Nampa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
468 students
| Measure | Columbia High School Nampa, Idaho | Sherman Elementary Nampa, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #96 of 134 | #298 of 352 |
| National rank | #10676 of 16,910 | #36774 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,165 | 468 |
| Enrollment | 1,165 | 468 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42% | 63.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.3 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 36% |
| city | Nampa | Nampa |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Columbia High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.1 vs 32.8).
- •Sherman Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 21%).
- •Columbia High School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 36%).
- •Columbia High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42% vs 63.2%).
- •Sherman Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 23.3).
- •Columbia High School is the larger school with 1,165 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 Columbia High School better than Sherman Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Columbia High School ranks higher (41.1 vs 32.8 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 Columbia High School and Sherman Elementary?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Nampa and Nampa in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbia High School: 1,165. Sherman Elementary: 468. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbia High School and Sherman Elementary rank in Idaho?
Columbia High School is 96th of 134 and Sherman Elementary is 298th of 352 among high schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).