John Small Elementary vs Washington Montessori
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 8.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Small Elementary
Washington · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
379 students
Washington Montessori
Washington · Charter other · Grades K–12
429 students
| Measure | John Small Elementary Washington, North Carolina | Washington Montessori Washington, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1102 of 1,457 | – |
| National rank | #44099 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 379 | 429 |
| Enrollment | 379 | 429 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 31% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Small Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 31%).
- •Washington Montessori does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 39%).
- •Washington Montessori does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 19.0).
- •Washington Montessori is the larger school with 429 students compared with 379.
- •John Small Elementary is a public school while Washington Montessori is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 John Small Elementary better than Washington Montessori?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are John Small Elementary and Washington Montessori?
About 8.2 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Small Elementary: 379. Washington Montessori: 429. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Small Elementary and Washington Montessori rank in North Carolina?
John Small Elementary is 1102nd of 1,457 and Washington Montessori is unranked among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).