Centennial Elementary vs North Star Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Centennial Elementary
Graham · Public elementary · Grades K–5
540 students
North Star Elementary
Graham · Public elementary · Grades K–5
446 students
| Measure | Centennial Elementary Graham, Washington | North Star Elementary Graham, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #494 of 1,154 | #510 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #17118 of 50,301 | #17671 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 540 | 446 |
| Enrollment | 540 | 446 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67% | 52% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 53% |
| city | Graham | Graham |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (61.5 vs 60.8).
- •Centennial Elementary does better on math proficiency (59% vs 53%).
- •Centennial Elementary does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 60%).
- •North Star Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52% vs 67%).
- •North Star Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 15.0).
- •Centennial Elementary is the larger school with 540 students compared with 446.
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 Centennial Elementary better than North Star Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Centennial Elementary and North Star Elementary?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Graham and Graham in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Centennial Elementary: 540. North Star Elementary: 446. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Centennial Elementary and North Star Elementary rank in Washington?
Centennial Elementary is 494th of 1,154 and North Star Elementary is 510th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).