Lake Ridge Elementary vs South Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Idaho, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lake Ridge Elementary
Nampa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
541 students
South Middle School
Nampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
836 students
| Measure | Lake Ridge Elementary Nampa, Idaho | South Middle School Nampa, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #70 of 352 | #68 of 106 |
| National rank | #13497 of 50,301 | #8238 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 541 | 836 |
| Enrollment | 541 | 836 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.1% | 50% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 39% |
| city | Nampa | Nampa |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lake Ridge Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.9 vs 47.3).
- •Lake Ridge Elementary does better on math proficiency (61% vs 39%).
- •Lake Ridge Elementary does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 52%).
- •Lake Ridge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.1% vs 50%).
- •Lake Ridge Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 18.6).
- •South Middle School is the larger school with 836 students compared with 541.
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 Lake Ridge Elementary better than South Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lake Ridge Elementary ranks higher (66.9 vs 47.3 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 Lake Ridge Elementary and South Middle School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Nampa and Nampa in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lake Ridge Elementary: 541. South Middle School: 836. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lake Ridge Elementary and South Middle School rank in Idaho?
Lake Ridge Elementary is 70th of 352 and South Middle School is 68th of 106 among elementary schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).