Adams Elementary School vs Whittier Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 1.8 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
Whittier Elementary School
Seattle · Public elementary · Grades K–5
346 students
| Measure | Adams Elementary School Seattle, Washington | Whittier Elementary School Seattle, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #118 of 1,154 | #127 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #4395 of 50,301 | #4686 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 285 | 346 |
| Enrollment | 285 | 346 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.6% | 8.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 67% |
| city | Seattle | Seattle |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (81.0 vs 80.6).
- •Adams Elementary School does better on math proficiency (70% vs 67%).
- •Adams Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 77%).
- •Whittier Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.7% vs 18.6%).
- •Whittier Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 16.8).
- •Whittier Elementary School is the larger school with 346 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 Whittier Elementary School?
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 Adams Elementary School and Whittier Elementary School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Seattle and Seattle in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams Elementary School: 285. Whittier Elementary School: 346. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams Elementary School and Whittier Elementary School rank in Washington?
Adams Elementary School is 118th of 1,154 and Whittier Elementary School is 127th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).