Central Elementary vs Skyline Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 2.1 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
Skyline Elementary School
Ferndale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
496 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Ferndale, Washington | Skyline Elementary School Ferndale, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #711 of 1,154 | #807 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #24316 of 50,301 | #27791 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 315 | 496 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 496 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.1% | 56.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 46% |
| city | Ferndale | Ferndale |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.2 vs 46.2).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 46%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 51%).
- •Skyline Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.5% vs 65.1%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 18.4).
- •Skyline Elementary School is the larger school with 496 students compared with 315.
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 Skyline Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (51.2 vs 46.2 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 Skyline Elementary School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Ferndale and Ferndale in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 315. Skyline Elementary School: 496. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Skyline Elementary School rank in Washington?
Central Elementary is 711th of 1,154 and Skyline Elementary School is 807th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).