Ernie Pyle Elementary vs Washington Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ernie Pyle Elementary
Bellflower · Public elementary · Grades K–6
341 students
Washington Elementary
Bellflower · Public elementary · Grades K–6
579 students
| Measure | Ernie Pyle Elementary Bellflower, California | Washington Elementary Bellflower, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3309 of 5,693 | #4901 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #38393 of 50,301 | #47370 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 341 | 579 |
| Enrollment | 341 | 579 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.9% | 90.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 20.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 21% |
| city | Bellflower | Bellflower |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ernie Pyle Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.2 vs 15.6).
- •Ernie Pyle Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 21%).
- •Ernie Pyle Elementary does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 33%).
- •Ernie Pyle Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.9% vs 90.8%).
- •Washington Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.7 vs 21.3).
- •Washington Elementary is the larger school with 579 students compared with 341.
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 Ernie Pyle Elementary better than Washington Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ernie Pyle Elementary ranks higher (30.2 vs 15.6 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 Ernie Pyle Elementary and Washington Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Bellflower and Bellflower in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ernie Pyle Elementary: 341. Washington Elementary: 579. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ernie Pyle Elementary and Washington Elementary rank in California?
Ernie Pyle Elementary is 3309th of 5,693 and Washington Elementary is 4901st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).