McPherson High vs Washington Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McPherson High
McPherson · Public high · Grades 9–12
658 students
Washington Elem
McPherson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
256 students
| Measure | McPherson High McPherson, Kansas | Washington Elem McPherson, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #149 of 296 | #235 of 686 |
| National rank | #12091 of 16,910 | #22110 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 658 | 256 |
| Enrollment | 658 | 256 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.3% | 55.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 47% |
| city | McPherson | McPherson |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.4 vs 35.5).
- •Washington Elem does better on math proficiency (47% vs 22%).
- •Washington Elem does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 22%).
- •McPherson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.3% vs 55.1%).
- •Washington Elem does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 12.2).
- •McPherson High is the larger school with 658 students compared with 256.
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 McPherson High better than Washington Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elem ranks higher (54.4 vs 35.5 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 McPherson High and Washington Elem?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between McPherson and McPherson in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McPherson High: 658. Washington Elem: 256. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McPherson High and Washington Elem rank in Kansas?
McPherson High is 149th of 296 and Washington Elem is 235th of 686 among high schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).