Cougar Creek Elementary School vs Parkview Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 72 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cougar Creek Elementary School
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
422 students
Parkview Elementary School
Bellingham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
422 students
| Measure | Cougar Creek Elementary School Arlington, Washington | Parkview Elementary School Bellingham, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #558 of 1,154 | #580 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #19109 of 50,301 | #19808 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 422 | 422 |
| Enrollment | 422 | 422 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.2% | 44.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 47% |
| city | Arlington | Bellingham |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (58.6 vs 57.7).
- •Cougar Creek Elementary School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 47%).
- •Parkview Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 61%).
- •Parkview Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.3% vs 50.2%).
- •Cougar Creek Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 16.9).
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 Cougar Creek Elementary School better than Parkview Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Cougar Creek Elementary School and Parkview Elementary School?
About 72 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Bellingham in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cougar Creek Elementary School: 422. Parkview Elementary School: 422. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cougar Creek Elementary School and Parkview Elementary School rank in Washington?
Cougar Creek Elementary School is 558th of 1,154 and Parkview Elementary School is 580th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).