A J West Elementary vs Emerson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 5.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A J West Elementary
Aberdeen · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
281 students
Emerson Elementary
Hoquiam · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
212 students
| Measure | A J West Elementary Aberdeen, Washington | Emerson Elementary Hoquiam, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1064 of 1,154 | #914 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #39243 of 50,301 | #32478 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–1 |
| Students | 281 | 212 |
| Enrollment | 281 | 212 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.8% | 74.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Aberdeen | Hoquiam |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.2 vs 28.9).
- •Emerson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.1% vs 85.8%).
- •A J West Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.1).
- •A J West Elementary is the larger school with 281 students compared with 212.
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 A J West Elementary better than Emerson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Emerson Elementary ranks higher (39.2 vs 28.9 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 A J West Elementary and Emerson Elementary?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Aberdeen and Hoquiam in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A J West Elementary: 281. Emerson Elementary: 212. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A J West Elementary and Emerson Elementary rank in Washington?
A J West Elementary is 1064th of 1,154 and Emerson Elementary is 914th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).