Buttonwillow Elementary vs Washington Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 133 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buttonwillow Elementary
Buttonwillow · Public elementary · Grades K–8
288 students
Washington Elementary
Reedley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
288 students
| Measure | Buttonwillow Elementary Buttonwillow, California | Washington Elementary Reedley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3945 of 5,693 | #3955 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42553 of 50,301 | #42600 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 288 | 288 |
| Enrollment | 288 | 288 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.6% | 92% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 37% |
| city | Buttonwillow | Reedley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.6 vs 23.6).
- •Washington Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Washington Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 24%).
- •Buttonwillow Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.6% vs 92%).
- •Buttonwillow Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 22.2).
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 Buttonwillow Elementary better than Washington Elementary?
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 Buttonwillow Elementary and Washington Elementary?
About 133 km in a straight line, between Buttonwillow and Reedley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buttonwillow Elementary: 288. Washington Elementary: 288. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buttonwillow Elementary and Washington Elementary rank in California?
Buttonwillow Elementary is 3945th of 5,693 and Washington Elementary is 3955th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).