Jefferson Elementary School vs Ridge Crest Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Idaho, United States, 39 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary School
Pocatello · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
359 students
Ridge Crest Elementary School
Blackfoot · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
359 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary School Pocatello, Idaho | Ridge Crest Elementary School Blackfoot, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #292 of 352 | #233 of 352 |
| National rank | #36192 of 50,301 | #29550 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 359 | 359 |
| Enrollment | 359 | 359 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.5% | 54.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 46% |
| city | Pocatello | Blackfoot |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ridge Crest Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.6 vs 33.6).
- •Ridge Crest Elementary School does better on math proficiency (46% vs 40%).
- •Ridge Crest Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 38%).
- •Ridge Crest Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.3% vs 68.5%).
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 Jefferson Elementary School better than Ridge Crest Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Ridge Crest Elementary School ranks higher (43.6 vs 33.6 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 Jefferson Elementary School and Ridge Crest Elementary School?
About 39 km in a straight line, between Pocatello and Blackfoot in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary School: 359. Ridge Crest Elementary School: 359. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary School and Ridge Crest Elementary School rank in Idaho?
Jefferson Elementary School is 292nd of 352 and Ridge Crest Elementary School is 233rd of 352 among elementary schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).