Barnes Elementary vs Cowlitz County Youth Services Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barnes Elementary
Kelso · Public elementary · Grades K–5
343 students
Cowlitz County Youth Services Center
Longview · Public high · Grades 6–12
14 students
| Measure | Barnes Elementary Kelso, Washington | Cowlitz County Youth Services Center Longview, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #902 of 1,154 | – |
| National rank | #31780 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 343 | 14 |
| Enrollment | 343 | 14 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.4% | 21.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 47% | – |
| city | Kelso | Longview |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cowlitz County Youth Services Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.2 vs 40.2).
- •Cowlitz County Youth Services Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.4% vs 78.4%).
- •Barnes Elementary is the larger school with 343 students compared with 14.
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 Barnes Elementary better than Cowlitz County Youth Services Center?
On the Success Index (US), Cowlitz County Youth Services Center ranks higher (90.2 vs 40.2 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 Barnes Elementary and Cowlitz County Youth Services Center?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Kelso and Longview in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barnes Elementary: 343. Cowlitz County Youth Services Center: 14. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barnes Elementary and Cowlitz County Youth Services Center rank in Washington?
Barnes Elementary is 902nd of 1,154 and Cowlitz County Youth Services Center is unranked among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).