Cheney Middle School vs South Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Dakota, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cheney Middle School
West Fargo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,006 students
South Elementary School
West Fargo · Public elementary · Grades K–5
367 students
| Measure | Cheney Middle School West Fargo, North Dakota | South Elementary School West Fargo, North Dakota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #15 of 36 | #49 of 232 |
| National rank | #3986 of 15,369 | #9892 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,006 | 367 |
| Enrollment | 1,006 | 367 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.8% | 42.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 60% |
| city | West Fargo | West Fargo |
| state | North Dakota | North Dakota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.1 vs 67.0).
- •South Elementary School does better on math proficiency (60% vs 51%).
- •South Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 54%).
- •Cheney Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.8% vs 42.5%).
- •South Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 11.7).
- •Cheney Middle School is the larger school with 1,006 students compared with 367.
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 Cheney Middle School better than South Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), South Elementary School ranks higher (72.1 vs 67.0 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 Cheney Middle School and South Elementary School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between West Fargo and West Fargo in North Dakota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cheney Middle School: 1,006. South Elementary School: 367. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cheney Middle School and South Elementary School rank in North Dakota?
Cheney Middle School is 15th of 36 and South Elementary School is 49th of 232 among middle schools in North Dakota on the 2025 Success Index (US).