A J West Elementary vs J M Weatherwax High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.8 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
J M Weatherwax High School
Aberdeen · Public high · Grades 9–12
919 students
| Measure | A J West Elementary Aberdeen, Washington | J M Weatherwax High School Aberdeen, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1064 of 1,154 | #296 of 333 |
| National rank | #39243 of 50,301 | #12603 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 281 | 919 |
| Enrollment | 281 | 919 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.8% | 60.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 23% |
| city | Aberdeen | Aberdeen |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •J M Weatherwax High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.2 vs 28.9).
- •A J West Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 23%).
- •J M Weatherwax High School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 37%).
- •J M Weatherwax High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.5% vs 85.8%).
- •A J West Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 20.4).
- •J M Weatherwax High School is the larger school with 919 students compared with 281.
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 J M Weatherwax High School?
On the Success Index (US), J M Weatherwax High School ranks higher (33.2 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 J M Weatherwax High School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Aberdeen and Aberdeen in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A J West Elementary: 281. J M Weatherwax High School: 919. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A J West Elementary and J M Weatherwax High School rank in Washington?
A J West Elementary is 1064th of 1,154 and J M Weatherwax High School is 296th of 333 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).