Columbia Middle School vs Vicki I. Groff Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 737 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbia Middle School
Moses Lake · Public middle · Grades 6–8
875 students
Vicki I. Groff Elementary School
Moses Lake · Public elementary · Grades K–5
413 students
| Measure | Columbia Middle School Moses Lake, Washington | Vicki I. Groff Elementary School Moses Lake, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #260 of 363 | #843 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #9529 of 15,369 | #28886 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 875 | 413 |
| Enrollment | 875 | 413 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.9% | 48.9% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 19.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | – |
| Math proficiency | 38% | – |
| city | Moses Lake | Moses Lake |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vicki I. Groff Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.6 vs 41.3).
- •Vicki I. Groff Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.9% vs 58.9%).
- •Vicki I. Groff Elementary School does better on students per teacher (19.7 vs 21.9).
- •Columbia Middle School is the larger school with 875 students compared with 413.
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 Columbia Middle School better than Vicki I. Groff Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Vicki I. Groff Elementary School ranks higher (44.6 vs 41.3 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 Columbia Middle School and Vicki I. Groff Elementary School?
About 737 m in a straight line, between Moses Lake and Moses Lake in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbia Middle School: 875. Vicki I. Groff Elementary School: 413. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbia Middle School and Vicki I. Groff Elementary School rank in Washington?
Columbia Middle School is 260th of 363 and Vicki I. Groff Elementary School is 843rd of 1,154 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).