Belle Sherman School vs South Hill School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Belle Sherman School
Ithaca · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
347 students
South Hill School
Ithaca · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
363 students
| Measure | Belle Sherman School Ithaca, New York | South Hill School Ithaca, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #667 of 2,536 | #565 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #10848 of 50,301 | #8674 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 347 | 363 |
| Enrollment | 347 | 363 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.1% | 24.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 62% |
| city | Ithaca | Ithaca |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Hill School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.9 vs 70.6).
- •South Hill School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •South Hill School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.2% vs 29.1%).
- •Belle Sherman School does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 10.7).
- •South Hill School is the larger school with 363 students compared with 347.
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 Belle Sherman School better than South Hill School?
On the Success Index (US), South Hill School ranks higher (73.9 vs 70.6 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 Belle Sherman School and South Hill School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Ithaca and Ithaca in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Belle Sherman School: 347. South Hill School: 363. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Belle Sherman School and South Hill School rank in New York?
Belle Sherman School is 667th of 2,536 and South Hill School is 565th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).