Idaho Virtual Academy vs Mary McPherson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Idaho, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Idaho Virtual Academy
Meridian · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,801 students
Mary McPherson Elementary
Meridian · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
494 students
| Measure | Idaho Virtual Academy Meridian, Idaho | Mary McPherson Elementary Meridian, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | – | #53 of 352 |
| National rank | – | #12018 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,801 | 494 |
| Enrollment | 1,801 | 494 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 25.9% |
| Students per teacher | 32.7 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 62% |
| city | Meridian | Meridian |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mary McPherson Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 30%).
- •Mary McPherson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 49%).
- •Mary McPherson Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 32.7).
- •Idaho Virtual Academy is the larger school with 1,801 students compared with 494.
- •Idaho Virtual Academy is a charter school while Mary McPherson Elementary 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 Idaho Virtual Academy better than Mary McPherson Elementary?
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 Idaho Virtual Academy and Mary McPherson Elementary?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Meridian and Meridian in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Idaho Virtual Academy: 1,801. Mary McPherson Elementary: 494. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Idaho Virtual Academy and Mary McPherson Elementary rank in Idaho?
Idaho Virtual Academy is unranked and Mary McPherson Elementary is 53rd of 352 among other schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).