Alternative Tamarack School vs Finch Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alternative Tamarack School
Spokane · Public high · Grades 7–12
10 students
Finch Elementary
Spokane · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
375 students
| Measure | Alternative Tamarack School Spokane, Washington | Finch Elementary Spokane, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | – | #481 of 1,154 |
| National rank | – | #16912 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 10 | 375 |
| Enrollment | 10 | 375 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30% | 61.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.0 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 62% |
| Math proficiency | – | 59% |
| city | Spokane | Spokane |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alternative Tamarack School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.4 vs 61.8).
- •Alternative Tamarack School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30% vs 61.3%).
- •Alternative Tamarack School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 15.0).
- •Finch Elementary is the larger school with 375 students compared with 10.
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 Alternative Tamarack School better than Finch Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Alternative Tamarack School ranks higher (71.4 vs 61.8 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 Alternative Tamarack School and Finch Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Spokane and Spokane in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alternative Tamarack School: 10. Finch Elementary: 375. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alternative Tamarack School and Finch Elementary rank in Washington?
Alternative Tamarack School is unranked and Finch Elementary is 481st of 1,154 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).