Berney Elementary School vs Gess Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 251 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Berney Elementary School
Walla Walla · Public elementary · Grades K–5
324 students
Gess Elementary
Chewelah · Public elementary · Grades K–6
324 students
| Measure | Berney Elementary School Walla Walla, Washington | Gess Elementary Chewelah, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #709 of 1,154 | #587 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #24310 of 50,301 | #20125 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 324 | 324 |
| Enrollment | 324 | 324 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.4% | 57.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 47% |
| city | Walla Walla | Chewelah |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gess Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.2 vs 51.2).
- •Berney Elementary School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 47%).
- •Gess Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 50%).
- •Gess Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.7% vs 66.4%).
- •Berney Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 14.7).
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 Berney Elementary School better than Gess Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Gess Elementary ranks higher (57.2 vs 51.2 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 Berney Elementary School and Gess Elementary?
About 251 km in a straight line, between Walla Walla and Chewelah in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berney Elementary School: 324. Gess Elementary: 324. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berney Elementary School and Gess Elementary rank in Washington?
Berney Elementary School is 709th of 1,154 and Gess Elementary is 587th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).