Arthur Jacobsen Elementary vs Horizon Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 2.0 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
Horizon Elementary School
Kent · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
408 students
| Measure | Arthur Jacobsen Elementary Auburn, Washington | Horizon Elementary School Kent, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #568 of 1,154 | #696 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #19261 of 50,301 | #23909 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 367 | 408 |
| Enrollment | 367 | 408 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.9% | 57.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 48% |
| city | Auburn | Kent |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arthur Jacobsen Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.4 vs 51.8).
- •Arthur Jacobsen Elementary does better on math proficiency (55% vs 48%).
- •Horizon Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 57%).
- •Horizon Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.8% vs 59.9%).
- •Arthur Jacobsen Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 19.4).
- •Horizon Elementary School is the larger school with 408 students compared with 367.
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 Horizon Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Arthur Jacobsen Elementary ranks higher (58.4 vs 51.8 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 Arthur Jacobsen Elementary and Horizon Elementary School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Auburn and Kent in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary: 367. Horizon Elementary School: 408. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arthur Jacobsen Elementary and Horizon Elementary School rank in Washington?
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary is 568th of 1,154 and Horizon Elementary School is 696th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).