Middleton Heights Elementary vs Purple Sage Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Idaho, United States, 5.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Middleton Heights Elementary
Middleton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
573 students
Purple Sage Elementary
Caldwell · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
453 students
| Measure | Middleton Heights Elementary Middleton, Idaho | Purple Sage Elementary Caldwell, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #113 of 352 | #112 of 352 |
| National rank | #18123 of 50,301 | #18012 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 573 | 453 |
| Enrollment | 573 | 453 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38% | 32% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 53% |
| city | Middleton | Caldwell |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (60.1 vs 60.3).
- •Purple Sage Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •Middleton Heights Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 54%).
- •Purple Sage Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32% vs 38%).
- •Purple Sage Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 19.1).
- •Middleton Heights Elementary is the larger school with 573 students compared with 453.
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 Middleton Heights Elementary better than Purple Sage Elementary?
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 Middleton Heights Elementary and Purple Sage Elementary?
About 5.9 km in a straight line, between Middleton and Caldwell in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Middleton Heights Elementary: 573. Purple Sage Elementary: 453. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Middleton Heights Elementary and Purple Sage Elementary rank in Idaho?
Middleton Heights Elementary is 113th of 352 and Purple Sage Elementary is 112th of 352 among elementary schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).