Madison Elementary vs Washington Elementary STEM Magnet
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Madison Elementary
Pasadena · Public elementary · Grades K–5
411 students
Washington Elementary STEM Magnet
Pasadena · Public elementary · Grades K–5
428 students
| Measure | Madison Elementary Pasadena, California | Washington Elementary STEM Magnet Pasadena, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5182 of 5,693 | #4006 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48390 of 50,301 | #42861 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 411 | 428 |
| Enrollment | 411 | 428 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.1% | 86% |
| Students per teacher | 25.7 | 22.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 33% |
| city | Pasadena | Pasadena |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elementary STEM Magnet scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.2 vs 13.3).
- •Washington Elementary STEM Magnet does better on math proficiency (33% vs 22%).
- •Washington Elementary STEM Magnet does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Madison Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.1% vs 86%).
- •Washington Elementary STEM Magnet does better on students per teacher (22.5 vs 25.7).
- •Washington Elementary STEM Magnet is the larger school with 428 students compared with 411.
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 Madison Elementary better than Washington Elementary STEM Magnet?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elementary STEM Magnet ranks higher (23.2 vs 13.3 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 Madison Elementary and Washington Elementary STEM Magnet?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Pasadena and Pasadena in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Madison Elementary: 411. Washington Elementary STEM Magnet: 428. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Madison Elementary and Washington Elementary STEM Magnet rank in California?
Madison Elementary is 5182nd of 5,693 and Washington Elementary STEM Magnet is 4006th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).