Adams Elementary vs McDonald Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams Elementary
Spokane Valley · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
376 students
McDonald Elementary School
Spokane Valley · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
282 students
| Measure | Adams Elementary Spokane Valley, Washington | McDonald Elementary School Spokane Valley, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #628 of 1,154 | #328 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #21418 of 50,301 | #11807 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 376 | 282 |
| Enrollment | 376 | 282 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.7% | 56% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 62% |
| city | Spokane Valley | Spokane Valley |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McDonald Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.3 vs 55.3).
- •McDonald Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 48%).
- •McDonald Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 54%).
- •McDonald Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56% vs 61.7%).
- •Adams Elementary is the larger school with 376 students compared with 282.
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 better than McDonald Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), McDonald Elementary School ranks higher (69.3 vs 55.3 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 and McDonald Elementary School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Spokane Valley and Spokane Valley in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams Elementary: 376. McDonald Elementary School: 282. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams Elementary and McDonald Elementary School rank in Washington?
Adams Elementary is 628th of 1,154 and McDonald Elementary School is 328th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).