Bess Herian Elementary vs Paterson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 319 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
Paterson Elementary School
Paterson · Public elementary · Grades K–8
134 students
| Measure | Bess Herian Elementary Cusick, Washington | Paterson Elementary School Paterson, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #948 of 1,154 | #246 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #33480 of 50,301 | #8407 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 134 | 134 |
| Enrollment | 134 | 134 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.6% | 37.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 44.5% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 34.5% | 57% |
| city | Cusick | Paterson |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paterson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.3 vs 37.7).
- •Paterson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 34.5%).
- •Paterson Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 44.5%).
- •Paterson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.3% vs 71.6%).
- •Paterson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 14.9).
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 Paterson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Paterson Elementary School ranks higher (74.3 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 Paterson Elementary School?
About 319 km in a straight line, between Cusick and Paterson in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bess Herian Elementary: 134. Paterson Elementary School: 134. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bess Herian Elementary and Paterson Elementary School rank in Washington?
Bess Herian Elementary is 948th of 1,154 and Paterson Elementary School is 246th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).