Barbara McClintock STEM Elementary vs Columbia River Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barbara McClintock STEM Elementary
Pasco · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
570 students
Columbia River Elementary
Pasco · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
618 students
| Measure | Barbara McClintock STEM Elementary Pasco, Washington | Columbia River Elementary Pasco, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #875 of 1,154 | #655 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #30607 of 50,301 | #22483 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 570 | 618 |
| Enrollment | 570 | 618 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.9% | 48.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | – |
| Math proficiency | 33% | – |
| city | Pasco | Pasco |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Columbia River Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.8 vs 42.0).
- •Columbia River Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.4% vs 53.9%).
- •Barbara McClintock STEM Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 15.8).
- •Columbia River Elementary is the larger school with 618 students compared with 570.
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 Barbara McClintock STEM Elementary better than Columbia River Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Columbia River Elementary ranks higher (53.8 vs 42.0 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 Barbara McClintock STEM Elementary and Columbia River Elementary?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Pasco and Pasco in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barbara McClintock STEM Elementary: 570. Columbia River Elementary: 618. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barbara McClintock STEM Elementary and Columbia River Elementary rank in Washington?
Barbara McClintock STEM Elementary is 875th of 1,154 and Columbia River Elementary is 655th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).