Collins Elementary vs Emerald Heights Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 63 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Collins Elementary
Tacoma · Public elementary · Grades K–5
466 students
Emerald Heights Elementary
Silverdale · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
466 students
| Measure | Collins Elementary Tacoma, Washington | Emerald Heights Elementary Silverdale, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #668 of 1,154 | #165 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #22956 of 50,301 | #5840 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 466 | 466 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 466 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.4% | 32.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 76% |
| city | Tacoma | Silverdale |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerald Heights Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.5 vs 53.1).
- •Emerald Heights Elementary does better on math proficiency (76% vs 46%).
- •Emerald Heights Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 55%).
- •Emerald Heights Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.2% vs 55.4%).
- •Collins Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.3).
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 Collins Elementary better than Emerald Heights Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Emerald Heights Elementary ranks higher (78.5 vs 53.1 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 Collins Elementary and Emerald Heights Elementary?
About 63 km in a straight line, between Tacoma and Silverdale in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Collins Elementary: 466. Emerald Heights Elementary: 466. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Collins Elementary and Emerald Heights Elementary rank in Washington?
Collins Elementary is 668th of 1,154 and Emerald Heights Elementary is 165th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).