John Muir High vs Washington Elementary STEM Magnet
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Muir High
Pasadena · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,206 students
Washington Elementary STEM Magnet
Pasadena · Public elementary · Grades K–5
428 students
| Measure | John Muir High Pasadena, California | Washington Elementary STEM Magnet Pasadena, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1227 of 1,343 | #4006 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #15942 of 16,910 | #42861 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,206 | 428 |
| Enrollment | 1,206 | 428 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.2% | 86% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 22.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 33% |
| city | Pasadena | Pasadena |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elementary STEM Magnet scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.2 vs 15.9).
- •Washington Elementary STEM Magnet does better on math proficiency (33% vs 12%).
- •Washington Elementary STEM Magnet does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •John Muir High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.2% vs 86%).
- •John Muir High does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 22.5).
- •John Muir High is the larger school with 1,206 students compared with 428.
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 John Muir High better than Washington Elementary STEM Magnet?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elementary STEM Magnet ranks higher (23.2 vs 15.9 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 John Muir High and Washington Elementary STEM Magnet?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Pasadena and Pasadena in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Muir High: 1,206. Washington Elementary STEM Magnet: 428. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Muir High and Washington Elementary STEM Magnet rank in California?
John Muir High is 1227th of 1,343 and Washington Elementary STEM Magnet is 4006th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).