Central Elementary vs Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 132 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Ferndale · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
315 students
Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary
Woodinville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
315 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Ferndale, Washington | Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary Woodinville, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #711 of 1,154 | #10 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #24316 of 50,301 | #1186 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 315 | 315 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 315 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.1% | 4.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 87% |
| city | Ferndale | Woodinville |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.4 vs 51.2).
- •Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 47%).
- •Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 62%).
- •Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (4.1% vs 65.1%).
- •Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 17.5).
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 Elementary better than Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary ranks higher (88.4 vs 51.2 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 Elementary and Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary?
About 132 km in a straight line, between Ferndale and Woodinville in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 315. Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary: 315. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary rank in Washington?
Central Elementary is 711th of 1,154 and Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary is 10th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).