Elk Ridge Middle vs South Cache Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Utah, United States, 118 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elk Ridge Middle
South Jordan · Public middle · Grades 7–9
1,151 students
South Cache Middle School
Hyrum · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,143 students
| Measure | Elk Ridge Middle South Jordan, Utah | South Cache Middle School Hyrum, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #41 of 141 | #44 of 141 |
| National rank | #5475 of 15,369 | #5489 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–9 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 1,151 | 1,143 |
| Enrollment | 1,151 | 1,143 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.2% | 31.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 59% |
| city | South Jordan | Hyrum |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (60.0 vs 60.0).
- •South Cache Middle School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 57%).
- •South Cache Middle School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 47%).
- •Elk Ridge Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.2% vs 31.1%).
- •South Cache Middle School does better on students per teacher (23.3 vs 23.5).
- •Elk Ridge Middle is the larger school with 1,151 students compared with 1,143.
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 Elk Ridge Middle better than South Cache Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Elk Ridge Middle and South Cache Middle School?
About 118 km in a straight line, between South Jordan and Hyrum in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elk Ridge Middle: 1,151. South Cache Middle School: 1,143. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elk Ridge Middle and South Cache Middle School rank in Utah?
Elk Ridge Middle is 41st of 141 and South Cache Middle School is 44th of 141 among middle schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).