Iowa Elementary vs South Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Idaho, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Iowa Elementary
Nampa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
485 students
South Middle School
Nampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
836 students
| Measure | Iowa Elementary Nampa, Idaho | South Middle School Nampa, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #215 of 352 | #68 of 106 |
| National rank | #27762 of 50,301 | #8238 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 485 | 836 |
| Enrollment | 485 | 836 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68% | 50% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 39% |
| city | Nampa | Nampa |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.3 vs 46.2).
- •Iowa Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 39%).
- •Iowa Elementary does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •South Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50% vs 68%).
- •Iowa Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 18.6).
- •South Middle School is the larger school with 836 students compared with 485.
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 Iowa Elementary better than South Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Middle School ranks higher (47.3 vs 46.2 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 Iowa Elementary and South Middle School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Nampa and Nampa in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Iowa Elementary: 485. South Middle School: 836. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Iowa Elementary and South Middle School rank in Idaho?
Iowa Elementary is 215th of 352 and South Middle School is 68th of 106 among elementary schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).