The MET vs Washington Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The MET
Sacramento · Charter high · Grades 9–12
190 students
Washington Elementary
Sacramento · Public elementary · Grades K–6
376 students
| Measure | The MET Sacramento, California | Washington Elementary Sacramento, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #493 of 1,343 | #2514 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #9894 of 16,910 | #31709 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 190 | 376 |
| Enrollment | 190 | 376 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.7% | 48.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 37% |
| city | Sacramento | Sacramento |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The MET scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.2 vs 40.4).
- •Washington Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •The MET does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •The MET does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.7% vs 48.1%).
- •The MET does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 23.5).
- •Washington Elementary is the larger school with 376 students compared with 190.
- •The MET 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 The MET better than Washington Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), The MET ranks higher (44.2 vs 40.4 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 The MET and Washington Elementary?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Sacramento and Sacramento in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
The MET: 190. Washington Elementary: 376. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do The MET and Washington Elementary rank in California?
The MET is 493rd of 1,343 and Washington Elementary is 2514th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).