Highland Park School vs South School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 165 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Park School
Lewistown · Public elementary · Grades 2–3
159 students
South School
Laurel · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
158 students
| Measure | Highland Park School Lewistown, Montana | South School Laurel, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #120 of 267 | #228 of 267 |
| National rank | #22777 of 50,301 | #39491 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–3 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 159 | 158 |
| Enrollment | 159 | 158 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.4% | 93% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | Lewistown | Laurel |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Park School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.4 vs 28.6).
- •Highland Park School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.4% vs 93%).
- •Highland Park School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 14.4).
- •Highland Park 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 Highland Park School better than South School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Park School ranks higher (53.4 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 Highland Park School and South School?
About 165 km in a straight line, between Lewistown and Laurel in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Park School: 159. South School: 158. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Park School and South School rank in Montana?
Highland Park School is 120th of 267 and South School is 228th of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).