Central Avenue Elementary vs Fruitland Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 3.7 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
Fruitland Elementary
Puyallup · Public elementary · Grades K–6
566 students
| Measure | Central Avenue Elementary Tacoma, Washington | Fruitland Elementary Puyallup, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #612 of 1,154 | #170 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #21007 of 50,301 | #5957 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 355 | 566 |
| Enrollment | 355 | 566 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.2% | 29.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 76% |
| city | Tacoma | Puyallup |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fruitland Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.3 vs 55.9).
- •Fruitland Elementary does better on math proficiency (76% vs 45%).
- •Fruitland Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 58%).
- •Fruitland Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.7% vs 59.2%).
- •Central Avenue Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 18.3).
- •Fruitland Elementary is the larger school with 566 students compared with 355.
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 Fruitland Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fruitland Elementary ranks higher (78.3 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 Fruitland Elementary?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Tacoma and Puyallup in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Avenue Elementary: 355. Fruitland Elementary: 566. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Avenue Elementary and Fruitland Elementary rank in Washington?
Central Avenue Elementary is 612th of 1,154 and Fruitland Elementary is 170th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).