Markham El Sch vs Washington El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Markham El Sch
Pittsburgh · Public elementary · Grades K–5
296 students
Washington El Sch
Pittsburgh · Public elementary · Grades K–5
416 students
| Measure | Markham El Sch Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Washington El Sch Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #52 of 1,627 | #46 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #645 of 50,301 | #576 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 296 | 416 |
| Enrollment | 296 | 416 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.5% | 23.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 97.5% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 83% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (90.7 vs 91.1).
- •Markham El Sch does better on math proficiency (87% vs 83%).
- •Markham El Sch does better on reading proficiency (97.5% vs 88%).
- •Markham El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.5% vs 23.8%).
- •Washington El Sch does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 14.8).
- •Washington El Sch is the larger school with 416 students compared with 296.
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 Markham El Sch better than Washington El Sch?
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 Markham El Sch and Washington El Sch?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Markham El Sch: 296. Washington El Sch: 416. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Markham El Sch and Washington El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Markham El Sch is 52nd of 1,627 and Washington El Sch is 46th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).