Malcolm X Elementary vs Washington Elementary
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.
Malcolm X Elementary
Berkeley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
469 students
Washington Elementary
Berkeley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
401 students
| Measure | Malcolm X Elementary Berkeley, California | Washington Elementary Berkeley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #969 of 5,693 | #1009 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #13224 of 50,301 | #13613 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 469 | 401 |
| Enrollment | 469 | 401 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.6% | 33.4% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 25.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 67% |
| city | Berkeley | Berkeley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (67.3 vs 66.8).
- •Washington Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Malcolm X Elementary does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 64%).
- •Malcolm X Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.6% vs 33.4%).
- •Malcolm X Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 25.1).
- •Malcolm X Elementary is the larger school with 469 students compared with 401.
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 Malcolm X 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 Malcolm X Elementary and Washington Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Berkeley and Berkeley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Malcolm X Elementary: 469. Washington Elementary: 401. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Malcolm X Elementary and Washington Elementary rank in California?
Malcolm X Elementary is 969th of 5,693 and Washington Elementary is 1009th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).