Canton-Galva Elementary vs Washington Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 10.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canton-Galva Elementary
Galva · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
193 students
Washington Elem
McPherson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
256 students
| Measure | Canton-Galva Elementary Galva, Kansas | Washington Elem McPherson, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #480 of 686 | #235 of 686 |
| National rank | #33717 of 50,301 | #22110 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 193 | 256 |
| Enrollment | 193 | 256 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.5% | 55.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 47% |
| city | Galva | McPherson |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.4 vs 37.4).
- •Washington Elem does better on math proficiency (47% vs 22%).
- •Washington Elem does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Canton-Galva Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.5% vs 55.1%).
- •Canton-Galva Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 11.6).
- •Washington Elem is the larger school with 256 students compared with 193.
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 Canton-Galva Elementary better than Washington Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elem ranks higher (54.4 vs 37.4 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 Canton-Galva Elementary and Washington Elem?
About 10.0 km in a straight line, between Galva and McPherson in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canton-Galva Elementary: 193. Washington Elem: 256. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canton-Galva Elementary and Washington Elem rank in Kansas?
Canton-Galva Elementary is 480th of 686 and Washington Elem is 235th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).