Helper Middle vs San Rafael Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Utah, United States, 72 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Helper Middle
Helper · Public middle · Grades 6–8
199 students
San Rafael Middle School
Ferron · Public middle · Grades 6–8
221 students
| Measure | Helper Middle Helper, Utah | San Rafael Middle School Ferron, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #106 of 141 | #86 of 141 |
| National rank | #9602 of 15,369 | #8341 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 199 | 221 |
| Enrollment | 199 | 221 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.2% | 46.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 38% |
| city | Helper | Ferron |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •San Rafael Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.8 vs 41.0).
- •San Rafael Middle School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 32%).
- •San Rafael Middle School does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 42%).
- •San Rafael Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.6% vs 48.2%).
- •Helper Middle does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 17.0).
- •San Rafael Middle School is the larger school with 221 students compared with 199.
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 Helper Middle better than San Rafael Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), San Rafael Middle School ranks higher (46.8 vs 41.0 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 Helper Middle and San Rafael Middle School?
About 72 km in a straight line, between Helper and Ferron in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Helper Middle: 199. San Rafael Middle School: 221. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Helper Middle and San Rafael Middle School rank in Utah?
Helper Middle is 106th of 141 and San Rafael Middle School is 86th of 141 among middle schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).