Elk Ridge Middle vs South Jordan Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Utah, United States, 2.1 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 Jordan Middle
South Jordan · Public middle · Grades 7–9
1,182 students
| Measure | Elk Ridge Middle South Jordan, Utah | South Jordan Middle South Jordan, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #41 of 141 | #9 of 141 |
| National rank | #5475 of 15,369 | #3486 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–9 | Grades 7–9 |
| Students | 1,151 | 1,182 |
| Enrollment | 1,151 | 1,182 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.2% | 12.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 63% |
| city | South Jordan | South Jordan |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Jordan Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.4 vs 60.0).
- •South Jordan Middle does better on math proficiency (63% vs 57%).
- •South Jordan Middle does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 47%).
- •South Jordan Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.1% vs 18.2%).
- •Elk Ridge Middle does better on students per teacher (23.5 vs 23.6).
- •South Jordan Middle is the larger school with 1,182 students compared with 1,151.
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 Jordan Middle?
On the Success Index (US), South Jordan Middle ranks higher (69.4 vs 60.0 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 Elk Ridge Middle and South Jordan Middle?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between South Jordan and South Jordan in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elk Ridge Middle: 1,151. South Jordan Middle: 1,182. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elk Ridge Middle and South Jordan Middle rank in Utah?
Elk Ridge Middle is 41st of 141 and South Jordan Middle is 9th of 141 among middle schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).