Decatur High School vs Silver Lake Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Decatur High School
Federal Way · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,352 students
Silver Lake Elementary School
Federal Way · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
382 students
| Measure | Decatur High School Federal Way, Washington | Silver Lake Elementary School Federal Way, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #287 of 333 | #981 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #12278 of 16,910 | #35354 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,352 | 382 |
| Enrollment | 1,352 | 382 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.8% | 74.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 36% |
| city | Federal Way | Federal Way |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.6 vs 34.9).
- •Silver Lake Elementary School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 23%).
- •Decatur High School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 45%).
- •Decatur High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.8% vs 74.6%).
- •Silver Lake Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 21.1).
- •Decatur High School is the larger school with 1,352 students compared with 382.
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 Decatur High School better than Silver Lake 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 Decatur High School and Silver Lake Elementary School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Federal Way and Federal Way in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Decatur High School: 1,352. Silver Lake Elementary School: 382. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Decatur High School and Silver Lake Elementary School rank in Washington?
Decatur High School is 287th of 333 and Silver Lake Elementary School is 981st of 1,154 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).