Arrowhead Elementary vs Henry David Thoreau Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arrowhead Elementary
Kenmore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
332 students
Henry David Thoreau Elementary
Kirkland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
404 students
| Measure | Arrowhead Elementary Kenmore, Washington | Henry David Thoreau Elementary Kirkland, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #191 of 1,154 | #99 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #6791 of 50,301 | #3694 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 332 | 404 |
| Enrollment | 332 | 404 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.6% | 16.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 75% |
| city | Kenmore | Kirkland |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Henry David Thoreau Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.4 vs 76.8).
- •Henry David Thoreau Elementary does better on math proficiency (75% vs 70%).
- •Henry David Thoreau Elementary does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 79%).
- •Henry David Thoreau Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.1% vs 31.6%).
- •Arrowhead Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 17.6).
- •Henry David Thoreau Elementary is the larger school with 404 students compared with 332.
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 Arrowhead Elementary better than Henry David Thoreau Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Henry David Thoreau Elementary ranks higher (82.4 vs 76.8 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 Arrowhead Elementary and Henry David Thoreau Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Kenmore and Kirkland in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arrowhead Elementary: 332. Henry David Thoreau Elementary: 404. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arrowhead Elementary and Henry David Thoreau Elementary rank in Washington?
Arrowhead Elementary is 191st of 1,154 and Henry David Thoreau Elementary is 99th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).