McKinley Elementary School vs Washington Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Dakota, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McKinley Elementary School
Fargo · Public elementary · Grades K–5
169 students
Washington Elementary School
Fargo · Public elementary · Grades K–5
292 students
| Measure | McKinley Elementary School Fargo, North Dakota | Washington Elementary School Fargo, North Dakota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #206 of 232 | #77 of 232 |
| National rank | #30947 of 50,301 | #12773 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 169 | 292 |
| Enrollment | 169 | 292 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.8% | 29.5% |
| Students per teacher | 8.0 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| city | Fargo | Fargo |
| state | North Dakota | North Dakota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.0 vs 41.5).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.5% vs 53.8%).
- •McKinley Elementary School does better on students per teacher (8.0 vs 10.4).
- •Washington Elementary School is the larger school with 292 students compared with 169.
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 McKinley Elementary School better than Washington Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elementary School ranks higher (68.0 vs 41.5 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 McKinley Elementary School and Washington Elementary School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Fargo and Fargo in North Dakota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McKinley Elementary School: 169. Washington Elementary School: 292. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McKinley Elementary School and Washington Elementary School rank in North Dakota?
McKinley Elementary School is 206th of 232 and Washington Elementary School is 77th of 232 among elementary schools in North Dakota on the 2025 Success Index (US).