Bess Herian Elementary vs Nine Mile Falls Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 65 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bess Herian Elementary
Cusick · Public elementary · Grades K–5
134 students
Nine Mile Falls Elementary
Nine Mile Falls · Public elementary · Grades K–5
136 students
| Measure | Bess Herian Elementary Cusick, Washington | Nine Mile Falls Elementary Nine Mile Falls, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #948 of 1,154 | #451 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #33480 of 50,301 | #15933 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 134 | 136 |
| Enrollment | 134 | 136 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.6% | 29.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 44.5% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 34.5% | 52% |
| city | Cusick | Nine Mile Falls |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nine Mile Falls Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.3 vs 37.7).
- •Nine Mile Falls Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 34.5%).
- •Nine Mile Falls Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 44.5%).
- •Nine Mile Falls Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.4% vs 71.6%).
- •Bess Herian Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 17.0).
- •Nine Mile Falls Elementary is the larger school with 136 students compared with 134.
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 Bess Herian Elementary better than Nine Mile Falls Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Nine Mile Falls Elementary ranks higher (63.3 vs 37.7 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 Bess Herian Elementary and Nine Mile Falls Elementary?
About 65 km in a straight line, between Cusick and Nine Mile Falls in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bess Herian Elementary: 134. Nine Mile Falls Elementary: 136. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bess Herian Elementary and Nine Mile Falls Elementary rank in Washington?
Bess Herian Elementary is 948th of 1,154 and Nine Mile Falls Elementary is 451st of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).