Southside Early Learning Center vs Sparta Meadowview Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Southside Early Learning Center
Sparta · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
268 students
Sparta Meadowview Middle
Sparta · Public middle · Grades 5–8
687 students
| Measure | Southside Early Learning Center Sparta, Wisconsin | Sparta Meadowview Middle Sparta, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #855 of 1,069 | #306 of 359 |
| National rank | #34916 of 50,301 | #10615 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–K | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 268 | 687 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 687 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53% | 49.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 34.5% | 23% |
| city | Sparta | Sparta |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (35.6 vs 36.2).
- •Southside Early Learning Center does better on math proficiency (34.5% vs 23%).
- •Sparta Meadowview Middle does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 24.5%).
- •Sparta Meadowview Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.8% vs 53%).
- •Sparta Meadowview Middle does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 13.4).
- •Sparta Meadowview Middle is the larger school with 687 students compared with 268.
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 Southside Early Learning Center better than Sparta Meadowview Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Southside Early Learning Center and Sparta Meadowview Middle?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Sparta and Sparta in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Southside Early Learning Center: 268. Sparta Meadowview Middle: 687. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Southside Early Learning Center and Sparta Meadowview Middle rank in Wisconsin?
Southside Early Learning Center is 855th of 1,069 and Sparta Meadowview Middle is 306th of 359 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).