Barnes Elementary vs Stewart Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 124 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
Stewart Elementary
Puyallup · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
343 students
| Measure | Barnes Elementary Kelso, Washington | Stewart Elementary Puyallup, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #902 of 1,154 | #755 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #31780 of 50,301 | #25989 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 343 | 343 |
| Enrollment | 343 | 343 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.4% | 58.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| city | Kelso | Puyallup |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stewart Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.8 vs 40.2).
- •Barnes Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Stewart Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Stewart Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.9% vs 78.4%).
- •Stewart Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 17.2).
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 Stewart Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Stewart Elementary ranks higher (48.8 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 Stewart Elementary?
About 124 km in a straight line, between Kelso and Puyallup in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barnes Elementary: 343. Stewart Elementary: 343. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barnes Elementary and Stewart Elementary rank in Washington?
Barnes Elementary is 902nd of 1,154 and Stewart Elementary is 755th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).