Alice Birney Elementary vs Washington Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alice Birney Elementary
Eureka · Public elementary · Grades K–5
375 students
Washington Elementary
Eureka · Public elementary · Grades K–5
426 students
| Measure | Alice Birney Elementary Eureka, California | Washington Elementary Eureka, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5363 of 5,693 | #3341 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49042 of 50,301 | #38656 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 375 | 426 |
| Enrollment | 375 | 426 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.6% | 61.5% |
| Students per teacher | 25.0 | 25.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 37% |
| city | Eureka | Eureka |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.9 vs 11.4).
- •Washington Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Washington Elementary does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 17%).
- •Washington Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.5% vs 77.6%).
- •Alice Birney Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.0 vs 25.1).
- •Washington Elementary is the larger school with 426 students compared with 375.
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 Alice Birney Elementary better than Washington Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elementary ranks higher (29.9 vs 11.4 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 Alice Birney Elementary and Washington Elementary?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Eureka and Eureka in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alice Birney Elementary: 375. Washington Elementary: 426. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alice Birney Elementary and Washington Elementary rank in California?
Alice Birney Elementary is 5363rd of 5,693 and Washington Elementary is 3341st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).