French Elementary School vs Widefield Elementary School of the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Colorado, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
French Elementary School
Colorado Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–5
491 students
Widefield Elementary School of the Arts
Colorado Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–5
369 students
| Measure | French Elementary School Colorado Springs, Colorado | Widefield Elementary School of the Arts Colorado Springs, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #599 of 993 | #363 of 993 |
| National rank | #33968 of 50,301 | #22813 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 491 | 369 |
| Enrollment | 491 | 369 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.5% | 53.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 46% |
| city | Colorado Springs | Colorado Springs |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Widefield Elementary School of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.4 vs 37.0).
- •Widefield Elementary School of the Arts does better on math proficiency (46% vs 28%).
- •Widefield Elementary School of the Arts does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 44%).
- •French Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.5% vs 53.9%).
- •Widefield Elementary School of the Arts does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 18.2).
- •French Elementary School is the larger school with 491 students compared with 369.
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 French Elementary School better than Widefield Elementary School of the Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Widefield Elementary School of the Arts ranks higher (53.4 vs 37.0 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 French Elementary School and Widefield Elementary School of the Arts?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Colorado Springs and Colorado Springs in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
French Elementary School: 491. Widefield Elementary School of the Arts: 369. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do French Elementary School and Widefield Elementary School of the Arts rank in Colorado?
French Elementary School is 599th of 993 and Widefield Elementary School of the Arts is 363rd of 993 among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).