Manz Elementary vs South Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manz Elementary
Eau Claire · Public elementary · Grades K–5
342 students
South Middle
Eau Claire · Public middle · Grades 6–8
797 students
| Measure | Manz Elementary Eau Claire, Wisconsin | South Middle Eau Claire, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #413 of 1,069 | #169 of 359 |
| National rank | #17145 of 50,301 | #6224 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 342 | 797 |
| Enrollment | 342 | 797 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.2% | 33.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 45% |
| city | Eau Claire | Eau Claire |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Manz Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.5 vs 56.6).
- •Manz Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 45%).
- •Manz Elementary does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 42%).
- •South Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.4% vs 39.2%).
- •Manz Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.5).
- •South Middle is the larger school with 797 students compared with 342.
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 Manz Elementary better than South Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Manz Elementary ranks higher (61.5 vs 56.6 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 Manz Elementary and South Middle?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Eau Claire and Eau Claire in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Manz Elementary: 342. South Middle: 797. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Manz Elementary and South Middle rank in Wisconsin?
Manz Elementary is 413th of 1,069 and South Middle is 169th of 359 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).