Arcadia Elementary vs Happy Valley Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 381 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arcadia Elementary
Deer Park · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
455 students
Happy Valley Elementary School
Bellingham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
455 students
| Measure | Arcadia Elementary Deer Park, Washington | Happy Valley Elementary School Bellingham, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #485 of 1,154 | #556 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #16967 of 50,301 | #19060 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 455 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 455 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.1% | 45.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 53% |
| city | Deer Park | Bellingham |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arcadia Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.7 vs 58.7).
- •Arcadia Elementary does better on math proficiency (59% vs 53%).
- •Happy Valley Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 60%).
- •Happy Valley Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.5% vs 54.1%).
- •Arcadia Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 18.2).
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 Arcadia Elementary better than Happy Valley Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Arcadia Elementary ranks higher (61.7 vs 58.7 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 Arcadia Elementary and Happy Valley Elementary School?
About 381 km in a straight line, between Deer Park and Bellingham in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arcadia Elementary: 455. Happy Valley Elementary School: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arcadia Elementary and Happy Valley Elementary School rank in Washington?
Arcadia Elementary is 485th of 1,154 and Happy Valley Elementary School is 556th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).