North Star School vs Northwest Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Utah, United States, 687 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Star School
Salt Lake City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
336 students
Northwest Middle
Salt Lake City · Public middle · Grades 7–8
542 students
| Measure | North Star School Salt Lake City, Utah | Northwest Middle Salt Lake City, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #561 of 580 | #135 of 141 |
| National rank | #44612 of 50,301 | #14080 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 336 | 542 |
| Enrollment | 336 | 542 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.8% | 87.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 23% |
| city | Salt Lake City | Salt Lake City |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Star School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.4 vs 18.2).
- •North Star School does better on math proficiency (25% vs 23%).
- •North Star School does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 22%).
- •North Star School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.8% vs 87.1%).
- •North Star School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 15.5).
- •Northwest Middle is the larger school with 542 students compared with 336.
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 North Star School better than Northwest Middle?
On the Success Index (US), North Star School ranks higher (20.4 vs 18.2 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 North Star School and Northwest Middle?
About 687 m in a straight line, between Salt Lake City and Salt Lake City in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Star School: 336. Northwest Middle: 542. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Star School and Northwest Middle rank in Utah?
North Star School is 561st of 580 and Northwest Middle is 135th of 141 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).