Broadview-Thomson K-8 School vs Highland Terrace Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Broadview-Thomson K-8 School
Seattle · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
581 students
Highland Terrace Elementary
Shoreline · Public elementary · Grades K–5
322 students
| Measure | Broadview-Thomson K-8 School Seattle, Washington | Highland Terrace Elementary Shoreline, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #667 of 1,154 | #108 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #22951 of 50,301 | #4109 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 581 | 322 |
| Enrollment | 581 | 322 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.5% | 19.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 69% |
| city | Seattle | Shoreline |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Terrace Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.6 vs 53.1).
- •Highland Terrace Elementary does better on math proficiency (69% vs 43%).
- •Highland Terrace Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 53%).
- •Highland Terrace Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.9% vs 56.5%).
- •Broadview-Thomson K-8 School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 14.6).
- •Broadview-Thomson K-8 School is the larger school with 581 students compared with 322.
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 Broadview-Thomson K-8 School better than Highland Terrace Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Terrace Elementary ranks higher (81.6 vs 53.1 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 Broadview-Thomson K-8 School and Highland Terrace Elementary?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Seattle and Shoreline in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Broadview-Thomson K-8 School: 581. Highland Terrace Elementary: 322. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Broadview-Thomson K-8 School and Highland Terrace Elementary rank in Washington?
Broadview-Thomson K-8 School is 667th of 1,154 and Highland Terrace Elementary is 108th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).