Forsyth Elementary School vs South School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 177 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Forsyth Elementary School
Forsyth · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
159 students
South School
Laurel · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
158 students
| Measure | Forsyth Elementary School Forsyth, Montana | South School Laurel, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #56 of 267 | #228 of 267 |
| National rank | #13570 of 50,301 | #39491 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 159 | 158 |
| Enrollment | 159 | 158 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.1% | 93% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | – |
| Math proficiency | 62% | – |
| city | Forsyth | Laurel |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Forsyth Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.8 vs 28.6).
- •Forsyth Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.1% vs 93%).
- •Forsyth Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 14.4).
- •Forsyth Elementary School is the larger school with 159 students compared with 158.
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 Forsyth Elementary School better than South School?
On the Success Index (US), Forsyth Elementary School ranks higher (66.8 vs 28.6 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 Forsyth Elementary School and South School?
About 177 km in a straight line, between Forsyth and Laurel in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Forsyth Elementary School: 159. South School: 158. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Forsyth Elementary School and South School rank in Montana?
Forsyth Elementary School is 56th of 267 and South School is 228th of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).