Buchser Middle vs Washington Open Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 236 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buchser Middle
Santa Clara · Public middle · Grades 6–8
711 students
Washington Open Elementary
Santa Clara · Public elementary · Grades K–5
352 students
| Measure | Buchser Middle Santa Clara, California | Washington Open Elementary Santa Clara, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #357 of 1,334 | #303 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #6577 of 15,369 | #5221 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 711 | 352 |
| Enrollment | 711 | 352 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.2% | 8.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 72% |
| city | Santa Clara | Santa Clara |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Open Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.6 vs 54.9).
- •Washington Open Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 38%).
- •Washington Open Elementary does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 56%).
- •Washington Open Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.2% vs 32.2%).
- •Buchser Middle does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 23.5).
- •Buchser Middle is the larger school with 711 students compared with 352.
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 Buchser Middle better than Washington Open Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Open Elementary ranks higher (79.6 vs 54.9 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 Buchser Middle and Washington Open Elementary?
About 236 m in a straight line, between Santa Clara and Santa Clara in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buchser Middle: 711. Washington Open Elementary: 352. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buchser Middle and Washington Open Elementary rank in California?
Buchser Middle is 357th of 1,334 and Washington Open Elementary is 303rd of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).