McKinley Elementary vs Washington Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McKinley Elementary
Burlingame · Public elementary · Grades K–5
541 students
Washington Elementary
Burlingame · Public elementary · Grades K–5
410 students
| Measure | McKinley Elementary Burlingame, California | Washington Elementary Burlingame, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #639 of 5,693 | #433 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #9189 of 50,301 | #6611 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 541 | 410 |
| Enrollment | 541 | 410 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.7% | 27.1% |
| Students per teacher | 27.1 | 25.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 82% |
| city | Burlingame | Burlingame |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.2 vs 73.1).
- •Washington Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 71%).
- •Washington Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 73%).
- •McKinley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.7% vs 27.1%).
- •Washington Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.6 vs 27.1).
- •McKinley Elementary is the larger school with 541 students compared with 410.
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 McKinley Elementary better than Washington Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elementary ranks higher (77.2 vs 73.1 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 McKinley Elementary and Washington Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Burlingame and Burlingame in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McKinley Elementary: 541. Washington Elementary: 410. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McKinley Elementary and Washington Elementary rank in California?
McKinley Elementary is 639th of 5,693 and Washington Elementary is 433rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).