Adams Elementary School vs Ballard High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams Elementary School
Seattle · Public elementary · Grades K–5
285 students
Ballard High School
Seattle · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,697 students
| Measure | Adams Elementary School Seattle, Washington | Ballard High School Seattle, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 79 Top 10% |
| State rank | #118 of 1,154 | #12 of 333 |
| National rank | #4395 of 50,301 | #1357 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 285 | 1,697 |
| Enrollment | 285 | 1,697 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.6% | 12.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 71% |
| city | Seattle | Seattle |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Adams Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.0 vs 79.4).
- •Ballard High School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 70%).
- •Ballard High School does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 82%).
- •Ballard High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.7% vs 18.6%).
- •Adams Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 22.9).
- •Ballard High School is the larger school with 1,697 students compared with 285.
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 Adams Elementary School better than Ballard High School?
On the Success Index (US), Adams Elementary School ranks higher (81.0 vs 79.4 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 Adams Elementary School and Ballard High School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Seattle and Seattle in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams Elementary School: 285. Ballard High School: 1,697. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams Elementary School and Ballard High School rank in Washington?
Adams Elementary School is 118th of 1,154 and Ballard High School is 12th of 333 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).