Notus JR/SR High School vs Purple Sage Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Idaho, United States, 8.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Notus JR/SR High School
Caldwell · Public high · Grades 7–12
157 students
Purple Sage Elementary
Caldwell · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
453 students
| Measure | Notus JR/SR High School Caldwell, Idaho | Purple Sage Elementary Caldwell, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #31 of 134 | #112 of 352 |
| National rank | #5932 of 16,910 | #18012 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 157 | 453 |
| Enrollment | 157 | 453 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.2% | 32% |
| Students per teacher | 10.5 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 53% |
| city | Caldwell | Caldwell |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (59.5 vs 60.3).
- •Purple Sage Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 47%).
- •Notus JR/SR High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 54%).
- •Purple Sage Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32% vs 45.2%).
- •Notus JR/SR High School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 16.8).
- •Purple Sage Elementary is the larger school with 453 students compared with 157.
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 Notus JR/SR High School 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 Notus JR/SR High School and Purple Sage Elementary?
About 8.3 km in a straight line, between Caldwell and Caldwell in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Notus JR/SR High School: 157. Purple Sage Elementary: 453. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Notus JR/SR High School and Purple Sage Elementary rank in Idaho?
Notus JR/SR High School is 31st of 134 and Purple Sage Elementary is 112th of 352 among high schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).