Lone Star Middle School vs South Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Idaho, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lone Star Middle School
Nampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
927 students
South Middle School
Nampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
836 students
| Measure | Lone Star Middle School Nampa, Idaho | South Middle School Nampa, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #72 of 106 | #68 of 106 |
| National rank | #8696 of 15,369 | #8238 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 927 | 836 |
| Enrollment | 927 | 836 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.5% | 50% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 39% |
| city | Nampa | Nampa |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.3 vs 45.1).
- •South Middle School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 37%).
- •Lone Star Middle School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •South Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50% vs 53.5%).
- •South Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 19.3).
- •Lone Star Middle School is the larger school with 927 students compared with 836.
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 Lone Star Middle School better than South Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Middle School ranks higher (47.3 vs 45.1 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 Lone Star Middle School and South Middle School?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Nampa and Nampa in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lone Star Middle School: 927. South Middle School: 836. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lone Star Middle School and South Middle School rank in Idaho?
Lone Star Middle School is 72nd of 106 and South Middle School is 68th of 106 among middle schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).