Canon Exploratory School vs Washington Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Colorado, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canon Exploratory School
Canon City · Public elementary · Grades K–8
316 students
Washington Elementary School
Canon City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
319 students
| Measure | Canon Exploratory School Canon City, Colorado | Washington Elementary School Canon City, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #465 of 993 | #748 of 993 |
| National rank | #27734 of 50,301 | #40062 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 316 | 319 |
| Enrollment | 316 | 319 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.2% | 67.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 17% |
| city | Canon City | Canon City |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Canon Exploratory School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.2 vs 27.6).
- •Canon Exploratory School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 17%).
- •Canon Exploratory School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Canon Exploratory School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.2% vs 67.1%).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 15.8).
- •Washington Elementary School is the larger school with 319 students compared with 316.
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 Canon Exploratory School better than Washington Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Canon Exploratory School ranks higher (46.2 vs 27.6 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 Canon Exploratory School and Washington Elementary School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Canon City and Canon City in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canon Exploratory School: 316. Washington Elementary School: 319. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canon Exploratory School and Washington Elementary School rank in Colorado?
Canon Exploratory School is 465th of 993 and Washington Elementary School is 748th of 993 among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).