Compass Academy vs Melba High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Idaho, United States, 365 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Compass Academy
Idaho Falls · Public high · Grades 9–12
393 students
Melba High School
Melba · Public high · Grades 7–12
394 students
| Measure | Compass Academy Idaho Falls, Idaho | Melba High School Melba, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #58 of 134 | #49 of 134 |
| National rank | #7895 of 16,910 | #7400 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 393 | 394 |
| Enrollment | 393 | 394 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.9% | 35% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| city | Idaho Falls | Melba |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Melba High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.7 vs 51.8).
- •Compass Academy does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 58%).
- •Melba High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35% vs 39.9%).
- •Melba High School does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 17.1).
- •Melba High School is the larger school with 394 students compared with 393.
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 Compass Academy better than Melba High School?
On the Success Index (US), Melba High School ranks higher (53.7 vs 51.8 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 Compass Academy and Melba High School?
About 365 km in a straight line, between Idaho Falls and Melba in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Compass Academy: 393. Melba High School: 394. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Compass Academy and Melba High School rank in Idaho?
Compass Academy is 58th of 134 and Melba High School is 49th of 134 among high schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).