Custer Elementary School vs Southwood Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 40 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Custer Elementary School
Lakewood · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
358 students
Southwood Elementary School
Enumclaw · Public elementary · Grades K–5
358 students
| Measure | Custer Elementary School Lakewood, Washington | Southwood Elementary School Enumclaw, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #999 of 1,154 | #384 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #36176 of 50,301 | #13736 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 358 | 358 |
| Enrollment | 358 | 358 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74% | 37.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| city | Lakewood | Enumclaw |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southwood Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.6 vs 33.6).
- •Southwood Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Southwood Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 42%).
- •Southwood Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.4% vs 74%).
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 Elementary School better than Southwood Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Southwood Elementary School ranks higher (66.6 vs 33.6 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 Elementary School and Southwood Elementary School?
About 40 km in a straight line, between Lakewood and Enumclaw in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Custer Elementary School: 358. Southwood Elementary School: 358. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Custer Elementary School and Southwood Elementary School rank in Washington?
Custer Elementary School is 999th of 1,154 and Southwood Elementary School is 384th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).