Jefferson Middle School vs West Canyon Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Idaho, United States, 7.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Middle School
Caldwell · Public middle · Grades 5–6
778 students
West Canyon Elementary School
Caldwell · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
411 students
| Measure | Jefferson Middle School Caldwell, Idaho | West Canyon Elementary School Caldwell, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #103 of 106 | #142 of 352 |
| National rank | #13360 of 15,369 | #20996 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 778 | 411 |
| Enrollment | 778 | 411 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.3% | 52.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 18.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 56% |
| city | Caldwell | Caldwell |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Canyon Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.0 vs 22.3).
- •West Canyon Elementary School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 24%).
- •West Canyon Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 31%).
- •West Canyon Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.1% vs 74.3%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 18.7).
- •Jefferson Middle School is the larger school with 778 students compared with 411.
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 Middle School better than West Canyon Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), West Canyon Elementary School ranks higher (56.0 vs 22.3 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 Middle School and West Canyon Elementary School?
About 7.6 km in a straight line, between Caldwell and Caldwell in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Middle School: 778. West Canyon Elementary School: 411. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Middle School and West Canyon Elementary School rank in Idaho?
Jefferson Middle School is 103rd of 106 and West Canyon Elementary School is 142nd of 352 among middle schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).