Central Elementary vs Vista Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.8 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
Vista Middle School
Ferndale · Public middle · Grades 6–8
550 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Ferndale, Washington | Vista Middle School Ferndale, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #711 of 1,154 | #214 of 363 |
| National rank | #24316 of 50,301 | #7840 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 315 | 550 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 550 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.1% | 55.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 38% |
| city | Ferndale | Ferndale |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.2 vs 49.1).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 38%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •Vista Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.6% vs 65.1%).
- •Vista Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 17.5).
- •Vista Middle School is the larger school with 550 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Central Elementary better than Vista Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (51.2 vs 49.1 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 Vista Middle School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Ferndale and Ferndale in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 315. Vista Middle School: 550. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Vista Middle School rank in Washington?
Central Elementary is 711th of 1,154 and Vista Middle School is 214th of 363 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).