Birchwood Elementary School vs Jefferson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 458 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Birchwood Elementary School
Bellingham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
335 students
Jefferson Elementary
Pullman · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
335 students
| Measure | Birchwood Elementary School Bellingham, Washington | Jefferson Elementary Pullman, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #970 of 1,154 | #405 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #34861 of 50,301 | #14401 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 335 | 335 |
| Enrollment | 335 | 335 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.5% | 56.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 54% |
| city | Bellingham | Pullman |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.6 vs 35.6).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (54% vs 27%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 37%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.7% vs 58.5%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.0).
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 Birchwood Elementary School better than Jefferson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (65.6 vs 35.6 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 Birchwood Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary?
About 458 km in a straight line, between Bellingham and Pullman in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Birchwood Elementary School: 335. Jefferson Elementary: 335. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Birchwood Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary rank in Washington?
Birchwood Elementary School is 970th of 1,154 and Jefferson Elementary is 405th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).