McGhee Elementary School vs Orchards Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Idaho, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McGhee Elementary School
Lewiston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
259 students
Orchards Elementary School
Lewiston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
257 students
| Measure | McGhee Elementary School Lewiston, Idaho | Orchards Elementary School Lewiston, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 50 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #184 of 352 | #191 of 352 |
| National rank | #24691 of 50,301 | #25258 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 259 | 257 |
| Enrollment | 259 | 257 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.2% | 49% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| city | Lewiston | Lewiston |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (50.7 vs 49.9).
- •McGhee Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Orchards Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49% vs 55.2%).
- •Orchards Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 14.4).
- •McGhee Elementary School is the larger school with 259 students compared with 257.
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 McGhee Elementary School better than Orchards Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are McGhee Elementary School and Orchards Elementary School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Lewiston and Lewiston in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McGhee Elementary School: 259. Orchards Elementary School: 257. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McGhee Elementary School and Orchards Elementary School rank in Idaho?
McGhee Elementary School is 184th of 352 and Orchards Elementary School is 191st of 352 among elementary schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).