J.r. Simplot Elementary School vs William Thomas Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Idaho, United States, 1.1 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
William Thomas Middle School
American Falls · Public middle · Grades 6–8
333 students
| Measure | J.r. Simplot Elementary School American Falls, Idaho | William Thomas Middle School American Falls, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #320 of 352 | #92 of 106 |
| National rank | #39747 of 50,301 | #11412 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 350 | 333 |
| Enrollment | 350 | 333 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.3% | 69.1% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 20% |
| city | American Falls | American Falls |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William Thomas Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.5 vs 28.1).
- •J.r. Simplot Elementary School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 20%).
- •William Thomas Middle School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 40%).
- •William Thomas Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.1% vs 72.3%).
- •William Thomas Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 18.4).
- •J.r. Simplot Elementary School is the larger school with 350 students compared with 333.
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 William Thomas Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), William Thomas Middle School ranks higher (32.5 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 William Thomas Middle School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between American Falls and American Falls in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J.r. Simplot Elementary School: 350. William Thomas Middle School: 333. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J.r. Simplot Elementary School and William Thomas Middle School rank in Idaho?
J.r. Simplot Elementary School is 320th of 352 and William Thomas Middle School is 92nd of 106 among elementary schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).