Park City School vs South School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Park City School
Park City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
179 students
South School
Laurel · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
158 students
| Measure | Park City School Park City, Montana | South School Laurel, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #162 of 267 | #228 of 267 |
| National rank | #28189 of 50,301 | #39491 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 179 | 158 |
| Enrollment | 179 | 158 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.7% | 93% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Park City | Laurel |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Park City School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.6 vs 28.6).
- •Park City School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.7% vs 93%).
- •Park City School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.4).
- •Park City School is the larger school with 179 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 Park City School better than South School?
On the Success Index (US), Park City School ranks higher (45.6 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 Park City School and South School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Park City and Laurel in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Park City School: 179. South School: 158. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Park City School and South School rank in Montana?
Park City School is 162nd of 267 and South School is 228th of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).