Gem Prep: Nampa vs South Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Idaho, United States, 973 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gem Prep: Nampa
Nampa · Charter other · Grades K–12
529 students
South Middle School
Nampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
836 students
| Measure | Gem Prep: Nampa Nampa, Idaho | South Middle School Nampa, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #68 of 106 |
| National rank | – | #8238 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 529 | 836 |
| Enrollment | 529 | 836 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.8% | 50% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 52% |
| Math proficiency | – | 39% |
| city | Nampa | Nampa |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50% vs 62.8%).
- •South Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 23.0).
- •South Middle School is the larger school with 836 students compared with 529.
- •Gem Prep: Nampa is a charter school while South Middle School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Gem Prep: Nampa better than South Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Gem Prep: Nampa and South Middle School?
About 973 m in a straight line, between Nampa and Nampa in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gem Prep: Nampa: 529. South Middle School: 836. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gem Prep: Nampa and South Middle School rank in Idaho?
Gem Prep: Nampa is unranked and South Middle School is 68th of 106 among other schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).