Desert Canyons Elementary vs South Mesa Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Utah, United States, 6.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Desert Canyons Elementary
Saint George · Public elementary · Grades K–5
670 students
South Mesa Elementary
Saint George · Public elementary · Grades K–5
595 students
| Measure | Desert Canyons Elementary Saint George, Utah | South Mesa Elementary Saint George, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #187 of 580 | #139 of 580 |
| National rank | #17915 of 50,301 | #15885 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 670 | 595 |
| Enrollment | 670 | 595 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.4% | 9.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Saint George | Saint George |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Mesa Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.4 vs 60.4).
- •South Mesa Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.1% vs 20.4%).
- •Desert Canyons Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 22.9).
- •Desert Canyons Elementary is the larger school with 670 students compared with 595.
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 Desert Canyons Elementary better than South Mesa Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Mesa Elementary ranks higher (63.4 vs 60.4 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 Desert Canyons Elementary and South Mesa Elementary?
About 6.3 km in a straight line, between Saint George and Saint George in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Desert Canyons Elementary: 670. South Mesa Elementary: 595. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Desert Canyons Elementary and South Mesa Elementary rank in Utah?
Desert Canyons Elementary is 187th of 580 and South Mesa Elementary is 139th of 580 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).