Arthur Jacobsen Elementary vs Columbia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 272 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary
Auburn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
367 students
Columbia Elementary
Burbank · Public elementary · Grades K–5
367 students
| Measure | Arthur Jacobsen Elementary Auburn, Washington | Columbia Elementary Burbank, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #568 of 1,154 | #784 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #19261 of 50,301 | #27074 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 367 | 367 |
| Enrollment | 367 | 367 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.9% | 53.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 42% |
| city | Auburn | Burbank |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arthur Jacobsen Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.4 vs 47.1).
- •Arthur Jacobsen Elementary does better on math proficiency (55% vs 42%).
- •Arthur Jacobsen Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Columbia Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.1% vs 59.9%).
- •Arthur Jacobsen Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.3).
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 Arthur Jacobsen Elementary better than Columbia Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Arthur Jacobsen Elementary ranks higher (58.4 vs 47.1 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 Arthur Jacobsen Elementary and Columbia Elementary?
About 272 km in a straight line, between Auburn and Burbank in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary: 367. Columbia Elementary: 367. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arthur Jacobsen Elementary and Columbia Elementary rank in Washington?
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary is 568th of 1,154 and Columbia Elementary is 784th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).