Central Elementary vs Northlake Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 301 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
Northlake Elementary School
Longview · Public elementary · Grades K–5
315 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Ferndale, Washington | Northlake Elementary School Longview, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #711 of 1,154 | #994 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #24316 of 50,301 | #35920 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 315 | 315 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 315 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.1% | 73.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 37% |
| city | Ferndale | Longview |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.2 vs 34.0).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 37%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.1% vs 73.7%).
- •Northlake Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.0 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 Northlake Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (51.2 vs 34.0 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 Northlake Elementary School?
About 301 km in a straight line, between Ferndale and Longview in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 315. Northlake Elementary School: 315. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Northlake Elementary School rank in Washington?
Central Elementary is 711th of 1,154 and Northlake Elementary School is 994th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).