American Principles Academy vs Cedar South School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Utah, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
American Principles Academy
Cedar City · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
204 students
Cedar South School
Cedar City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
545 students
| Measure | American Principles Academy Cedar City, Utah | Cedar South School Cedar City, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #6 of 580 | #363 of 580 |
| National rank | #4464 of 50,301 | #28228 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 204 | 545 |
| Enrollment | 204 | 545 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.9% | 33.6% |
| Students per teacher | – | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 39% |
| Math proficiency | – | 44% |
| city | Cedar City | Cedar City |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •American Principles Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.9 vs 45.5).
- •American Principles Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.9% vs 33.6%).
- •Cedar South School is the larger school with 545 students compared with 204.
- •American Principles Academy is a charter school while Cedar South School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 American Principles Academy better than Cedar South School?
On the Success Index (US), American Principles Academy ranks higher (80.9 vs 45.5 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 American Principles Academy and Cedar South School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Cedar City and Cedar City in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
American Principles Academy: 204. Cedar South School: 545. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do American Principles Academy and Cedar South School rank in Utah?
American Principles Academy is 6th of 580 and Cedar South School is 363rd of 580 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).