Washington Primary Center vs West Athens Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Washington Primary Center
Los Angeles · Public elementary · Grades K–2
138 students
West Athens Elementary
Los Angeles · Public elementary · Grades K–5
545 students
| Measure | Washington Primary Center Los Angeles, California | West Athens Elementary Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4233 of 5,693 | #5582 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44140 of 50,301 | #49803 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 138 | 545 |
| Enrollment | 138 | 545 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.4% | 97.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 20% |
| Math proficiency | – | 14% |
| city | Los Angeles | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Primary Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.2 vs 8.6).
- •Washington Primary Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.4% vs 97.4%).
- •Washington Primary Center does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 18.2).
- •West Athens Elementary is the larger school with 545 students compared with 138.
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 Washington Primary Center better than West Athens Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Primary Center ranks higher (21.2 vs 8.6 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 Washington Primary Center and West Athens Elementary?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Washington Primary Center: 138. West Athens Elementary: 545. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Washington Primary Center and West Athens Elementary rank in California?
Washington Primary Center is 4233rd of 5,693 and West Athens Elementary is 5582nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).