Hurley Elementary vs South Mountain Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Wisconsin, United States, 177 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hurley Elementary
Hurley · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
235 students
South Mountain Elementary
Wausau · Public elementary · Grades K–5
235 students
| Measure | Hurley Elementary Hurley, Wisconsin | South Mountain Elementary Wausau, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #253 of 1,069 | #137 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #11724 of 50,301 | #7985 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 235 | 235 |
| Enrollment | 235 | 235 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40% | 20.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 62% |
| city | Hurley | Wausau |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Mountain Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.0 vs 69.4).
- •Hurley Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •South Mountain Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.9% vs 40%).
- •South Mountain Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 15.7).
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 Hurley Elementary better than South Mountain Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Mountain Elementary ranks higher (75.0 vs 69.4 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 Hurley Elementary and South Mountain Elementary?
About 177 km in a straight line, between Hurley and Wausau in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hurley Elementary: 235. South Mountain Elementary: 235. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hurley Elementary and South Mountain Elementary rank in Wisconsin?
Hurley Elementary is 253rd of 1,069 and South Mountain Elementary is 137th of 1,069 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).