Daffodil Valley Elementary vs Pioneer Valley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 17 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Daffodil Valley Elementary
Sumner · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
524 students
Pioneer Valley Elementary
Spanaway · Public elementary · Grades K–5
524 students
| Measure | Daffodil Valley Elementary Sumner, Washington | Pioneer Valley Elementary Spanaway, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #547 of 1,154 | #555 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #18770 of 50,301 | #18936 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 524 | 524 |
| Enrollment | 524 | 524 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.4% | 56.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 55% |
| city | Sumner | Spanaway |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (59.1 vs 58.9).
- •Daffodil Valley Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 55%).
- •Pioneer Valley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 60%).
- •Daffodil Valley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.4% vs 56.5%).
- •Pioneer Valley Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 20.2).
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 Daffodil Valley Elementary better than Pioneer Valley Elementary?
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 Daffodil Valley Elementary and Pioneer Valley Elementary?
About 17 km in a straight line, between Sumner and Spanaway in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Daffodil Valley Elementary: 524. Pioneer Valley Elementary: 524. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Daffodil Valley Elementary and Pioneer Valley Elementary rank in Washington?
Daffodil Valley Elementary is 547th of 1,154 and Pioneer Valley Elementary is 555th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).