Pinecrest Academy of Idaho vs South Hills Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Idaho, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pinecrest Academy of Idaho
Twin Falls · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
392 students
South Hills Middle School
Twin Falls · Public middle · Grades 6–8
525 students
| Measure | Pinecrest Academy of Idaho Twin Falls, Idaho | South Hills Middle School Twin Falls, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #335 of 352 | #84 of 106 |
| National rank | #43237 of 50,301 | #10331 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 392 | 525 |
| Enrollment | 392 | 525 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 55.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 43% |
| Math proficiency | – | 28% |
| city | Twin Falls | Twin Falls |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Hills Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.7 vs 22.6).
- •South Hills Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 17.8).
- •South Hills Middle School is the larger school with 525 students compared with 392.
- •Pinecrest Academy of Idaho is a charter school while South Hills Middle School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Pinecrest Academy of Idaho better than South Hills Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Hills Middle School ranks higher (37.7 vs 22.6 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 Pinecrest Academy of Idaho and South Hills Middle School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Twin Falls and Twin Falls in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pinecrest Academy of Idaho: 392. South Hills Middle School: 525. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pinecrest Academy of Idaho and South Hills Middle School rank in Idaho?
Pinecrest Academy of Idaho is 335th of 352 and South Hills Middle School is 84th of 106 among elementary schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).