North Junior High School vs South Junior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Idaho, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Junior High School
Boise · Public middle · Grades 7–9
886 students
South Junior High School
Boise · Public middle · Grades 7–9
533 students
| Measure | North Junior High School Boise, Idaho | South Junior High School Boise, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #11 of 106 | #99 of 106 |
| National rank | #3481 of 15,369 | #12536 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–9 | Grades 7–9 |
| Students | 886 | 533 |
| Enrollment | 886 | 533 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.5% | 97% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 27% |
| city | Boise | Boise |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Junior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.4 vs 26.8).
- •North Junior High School does better on math proficiency (54% vs 27%).
- •North Junior High School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 40%).
- •North Junior High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.5% vs 97%).
- •South Junior High School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 18.9).
- •North Junior High School is the larger school with 886 students compared with 533.
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 North Junior High School better than South Junior High School?
On the Success Index (US), North Junior High School ranks higher (69.4 vs 26.8 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 North Junior High School and South Junior High School?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Boise and Boise in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Junior High School: 886. South Junior High School: 533. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Junior High School and South Junior High School rank in Idaho?
North Junior High School is 11th of 106 and South Junior High School is 99th of 106 among middle schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).