J.r. Simplot Elementary School vs Lewis and Clark Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Idaho, United States, 324 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J.r. Simplot Elementary School
American Falls · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
350 students
Lewis and Clark Elementary
Caldwell · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
348 students
| Measure | J.r. Simplot Elementary School American Falls, Idaho | Lewis and Clark Elementary Caldwell, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #320 of 352 | #305 of 352 |
| National rank | #39747 of 50,301 | #37500 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 350 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 350 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.3% | 73.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 36% |
| city | American Falls | Caldwell |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lewis and Clark Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.6 vs 28.1).
- •Lewis and Clark Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 29%).
- •J.r. Simplot Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 38%).
- •J.r. Simplot Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.3% vs 73.9%).
- •Lewis and Clark Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 18.4).
- •J.r. Simplot Elementary School is the larger school with 350 students compared with 348.
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 J.r. Simplot Elementary School better than Lewis and Clark Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lewis and Clark Elementary ranks higher (31.6 vs 28.1 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 J.r. Simplot Elementary School and Lewis and Clark Elementary?
About 324 km in a straight line, between American Falls and Caldwell in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J.r. Simplot Elementary School: 350. Lewis and Clark Elementary: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J.r. Simplot Elementary School and Lewis and Clark Elementary rank in Idaho?
J.r. Simplot Elementary School is 320th of 352 and Lewis and Clark Elementary is 305th of 352 among elementary schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).