Custer Elem vs Skyline Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 6.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Custer Elem
Custer · Public elementary · Grades K–5
392 students
Skyline Elementary School
Ferndale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
496 students
| Measure | Custer Elem Custer, Washington | Skyline Elementary School Ferndale, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #748 of 1,154 | #807 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #25871 of 50,301 | #27791 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 392 | 496 |
| Enrollment | 392 | 496 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.3% | 56.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 46% |
| city | Custer | Ferndale |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Custer Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.9 vs 46.2).
- •Custer Elem does better on math proficiency (47% vs 46%).
- •Custer Elem does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 51%).
- •Custer Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.3% vs 56.5%).
- •Custer Elem does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 18.4).
- •Skyline Elementary School is the larger school with 496 students compared with 392.
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 Custer Elem better than Skyline Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Custer Elem ranks higher (48.9 vs 46.2 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 Custer Elem and Skyline Elementary School?
About 6.8 km in a straight line, between Custer and Ferndale in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Custer Elem: 392. Skyline Elementary School: 496. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Custer Elem and Skyline Elementary School rank in Washington?
Custer Elem is 748th of 1,154 and Skyline Elementary School is 807th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).