Philo T. Farnsworth School vs Pioneer School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Utah, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Philo T. Farnsworth School
West Valley City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
448 students
Pioneer School
West Valley City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
438 students
| Measure | Philo T. Farnsworth School West Valley City, Utah | Pioneer School West Valley City, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #480 of 580 | #562 of 580 |
| National rank | #37113 of 50,301 | #44990 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 448 | 438 |
| Enrollment | 448 | 438 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.1% | 53.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 23.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 21% |
| city | West Valley City | West Valley City |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Philo T. Farnsworth School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.2 vs 19.8).
- •Philo T. Farnsworth School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 21%).
- •Philo T. Farnsworth School does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 19%).
- •Philo T. Farnsworth School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.1% vs 53.2%).
- •Philo T. Farnsworth School does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 23.1).
- •Philo T. Farnsworth School is the larger school with 448 students compared with 438.
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 Philo T. Farnsworth School better than Pioneer School?
On the Success Index (US), Philo T. Farnsworth School ranks higher (32.2 vs 19.8 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 Philo T. Farnsworth School and Pioneer School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between West Valley City and West Valley City in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Philo T. Farnsworth School: 448. Pioneer School: 438. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Philo T. Farnsworth School and Pioneer School rank in Utah?
Philo T. Farnsworth School is 480th of 580 and Pioneer School is 562nd of 580 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).