South Middle School vs Sugar Creek Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Middle School
Waukee · Public middle · Grades 6–7
1,092 students
Sugar Creek Elementary School
Waukee · Public elementary · Grades K–5
630 students
| Measure | South Middle School Waukee, Iowa | Sugar Creek Elementary School Waukee, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #24 of 239 | #465 of 654 |
| National rank | #552 of 15,369 | #13242 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–7 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,092 | 630 |
| Enrollment | 1,092 | 630 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.5% | 18.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | – |
| Math proficiency | 84% | – |
| city | Waukee | Waukee |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.0 vs 67.3).
- •Sugar Creek Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.6% vs 25.5%).
- •South Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.0).
- •South Middle School is the larger school with 1,092 students compared with 630.
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 South Middle School better than Sugar Creek Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), South Middle School ranks higher (87.0 vs 67.3 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 South Middle School and Sugar Creek Elementary School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Waukee and Waukee in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Middle School: 1,092. Sugar Creek Elementary School: 630. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Middle School and Sugar Creek Elementary School rank in Iowa?
South Middle School is 24th of 239 and Sugar Creek Elementary School is 465th of 654 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).