Crystal Springs Elementary vs Des Moines Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 46 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Crystal Springs Elementary
Bothell · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
500 students
Des Moines Elementary
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
500 students
| Measure | Crystal Springs Elementary Bothell, Washington | Des Moines Elementary Des Moines, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #412 of 1,154 | #758 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #14711 of 50,301 | #26149 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 500 | 500 |
| Enrollment | 500 | 500 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35% | 62.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 47% |
| city | Bothell | Des Moines |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Crystal Springs Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.1 vs 48.5).
- •Crystal Springs Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Crystal Springs Elementary does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 52%).
- •Crystal Springs Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35% vs 62.6%).
- •Des Moines Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 17.9).
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 Crystal Springs Elementary better than Des Moines Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Crystal Springs Elementary ranks higher (65.1 vs 48.5 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 Crystal Springs Elementary and Des Moines Elementary?
About 46 km in a straight line, between Bothell and Des Moines in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Crystal Springs Elementary: 500. Des Moines Elementary: 500. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Crystal Springs Elementary and Des Moines Elementary rank in Washington?
Crystal Springs Elementary is 412th of 1,154 and Des Moines Elementary is 758th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).