Garfield Elementary School vs South Fork Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Idaho, United States, 352 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garfield Elementary School
Boise · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
278 students
South Fork Elementary
Rexburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
281 students
| Measure | Garfield Elementary School Boise, Idaho | South Fork Elementary Rexburg, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #328 of 352 | #239 of 352 |
| National rank | #41203 of 50,301 | #30257 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 278 | 281 |
| Enrollment | 278 | 281 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.8% | 44.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 47% |
| city | Boise | Rexburg |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Fork Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.6 vs 25.8).
- •South Fork Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 26%).
- •Garfield Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 37%).
- •South Fork Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.1% vs 96.8%).
- •Garfield Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 20.1).
- •South Fork Elementary is the larger school with 281 students compared with 278.
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 Garfield Elementary School better than South Fork Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Fork Elementary ranks higher (42.6 vs 25.8 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 Garfield Elementary School and South Fork Elementary?
About 352 km in a straight line, between Boise and Rexburg in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garfield Elementary School: 278. South Fork Elementary: 281. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garfield Elementary School and South Fork Elementary rank in Idaho?
Garfield Elementary School is 328th of 352 and South Fork Elementary is 239th of 352 among elementary schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).