KIPP Compton Community vs Washington Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
KIPP Compton Community
Compton · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
783 students
Washington Elementary
Compton · Public elementary · Grades K–8
268 students
| Measure | KIPP Compton Community Compton, California | Washington Elementary Compton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4226 of 5,693 | #4931 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44101 of 50,301 | #47511 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 783 | 268 |
| Enrollment | 783 | 268 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.1% | 87.7% |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 26.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 27% |
| Math proficiency | – | 27% |
| city | Compton | Compton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP Compton Community scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.2 vs 15.3).
- •KIPP Compton Community does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.1% vs 87.7%).
- •KIPP Compton Community does better on students per teacher (25.3 vs 26.8).
- •KIPP Compton Community is the larger school with 783 students compared with 268.
- •KIPP Compton Community is a charter school while Washington Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 KIPP Compton Community better than Washington Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP Compton Community ranks higher (21.2 vs 15.3 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 KIPP Compton Community and Washington Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Compton and Compton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
KIPP Compton Community: 783. Washington Elementary: 268. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do KIPP Compton Community and Washington Elementary rank in California?
KIPP Compton Community is 4226th of 5,693 and Washington Elementary is 4931st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).