Elk Ridge Middle vs Welby School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Utah, United States, 1.2 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
Welby School
South Jordan · Public elementary · Grades K–6
701 students
| Measure | Elk Ridge Middle South Jordan, Utah | Welby School South Jordan, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 50 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #41 of 141 | #321 of 580 |
| National rank | #5475 of 15,369 | #25205 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–9 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 1,151 | 701 |
| Enrollment | 1,151 | 701 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.2% | 20.7% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 22.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 45% |
| city | South Jordan | South Jordan |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Elk Ridge Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.0 vs 50.0).
- •Elk Ridge Middle does better on math proficiency (57% vs 45%).
- •Elk Ridge Middle does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 45%).
- •Elk Ridge Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.2% vs 20.7%).
- •Welby School does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 23.5).
- •Elk Ridge Middle is the larger school with 1,151 students compared with 701.
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 Welby School?
On the Success Index (US), Elk Ridge Middle ranks higher (60.0 vs 50.0 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 Welby School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between South Jordan and South Jordan in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elk Ridge Middle: 1,151. Welby School: 701. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elk Ridge Middle and Welby School rank in Utah?
Elk Ridge Middle is 41st of 141 and Welby School is 321st of 580 among middle schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).