Central Avenue Elementary vs Fort Colville Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 367 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Avenue Elementary
Tacoma · Public elementary · Grades K–5
355 students
Fort Colville Elementary
Colville · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
355 students
| Measure | Central Avenue Elementary Tacoma, Washington | Fort Colville Elementary Colville, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #612 of 1,154 | #576 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #21007 of 50,301 | #19585 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 355 | 355 |
| Enrollment | 355 | 355 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.2% | 69.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 55% |
| city | Tacoma | Colville |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fort Colville Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.0 vs 55.9).
- •Fort Colville Elementary does better on math proficiency (55% vs 45%).
- •Fort Colville Elementary does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 58%).
- •Central Avenue Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.2% vs 69.9%).
- •Central Avenue Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 15.4).
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 Central Avenue Elementary better than Fort Colville Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fort Colville Elementary ranks higher (58.0 vs 55.9 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 Central Avenue Elementary and Fort Colville Elementary?
About 367 km in a straight line, between Tacoma and Colville in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Avenue Elementary: 355. Fort Colville Elementary: 355. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Avenue Elementary and Fort Colville Elementary rank in Washington?
Central Avenue Elementary is 612th of 1,154 and Fort Colville Elementary is 576th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).