Adams Elementary vs Ferris High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 253 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams Elementary
Spokane · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
312 students
Ferris High School
Spokane · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,644 students
| Measure | Adams Elementary Spokane, Washington | Ferris High School Spokane, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #539 of 1,154 | #134 of 333 |
| National rank | #18558 of 50,301 | #6378 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 312 | 1,644 |
| Enrollment | 312 | 1,644 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.5% | 44.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 40% |
| city | Spokane | Spokane |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Adams Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.4 vs 57.7).
- •Adams Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 40%).
- •Ferris High School does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 62%).
- •Ferris High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.8% vs 71.5%).
- •Adams Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 18.5).
- •Ferris High School is the larger school with 1,644 students compared with 312.
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 Ferris High School?
On the Success Index (US), Adams Elementary ranks higher (59.4 vs 57.7 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 Ferris High School?
About 253 m in a straight line, between Spokane and Spokane in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams Elementary: 312. Ferris High School: 1,644. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams Elementary and Ferris High School rank in Washington?
Adams Elementary is 539th of 1,154 and Ferris High School is 134th of 333 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).