Highland High School vs Syringa Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Idaho, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland High School
Pocatello · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,456 students
Syringa Elementary School
Pocatello · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
321 students
| Measure | Highland High School Pocatello, Idaho | Syringa Elementary School Pocatello, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #34 of 134 | #179 of 352 |
| National rank | #6462 of 16,910 | #24165 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,456 | 321 |
| Enrollment | 1,456 | 321 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.8% | 46.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 47% |
| city | Pocatello | Pocatello |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.4 vs 51.5).
- •Highland High School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 47%).
- •Highland High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 55%).
- •Highland High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.8% vs 46.4%).
- •Syringa Elementary School does better on students per teacher (20.1 vs 22.4).
- •Highland High School is the larger school with 1,456 students compared with 321.
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 Highland High School better than Syringa Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland High School ranks higher (57.4 vs 51.5 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 Highland High School and Syringa Elementary School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Pocatello and Pocatello in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland High School: 1,456. Syringa Elementary School: 321. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland High School and Syringa Elementary School rank in Idaho?
Highland High School is 34th of 134 and Syringa Elementary School is 179th of 352 among high schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).