Des Moines Elementary vs Edward Zeiger Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 28 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Des Moines Elementary
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
500 students
Edward Zeiger Elem
Puyallup · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
500 students
| Measure | Des Moines Elementary Des Moines, Washington | Edward Zeiger Elem Puyallup, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #758 of 1,154 | #498 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #26149 of 50,301 | #17194 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 500 | 500 |
| Enrollment | 500 | 500 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.6% | 57.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 57% |
| city | Des Moines | Puyallup |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edward Zeiger Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.4 vs 48.5).
- •Edward Zeiger Elem does better on math proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Edward Zeiger Elem does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 52%).
- •Edward Zeiger Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.4% vs 62.6%).
- •Edward Zeiger Elem does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 16.1).
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 Des Moines Elementary better than Edward Zeiger Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Edward Zeiger Elem ranks higher (61.4 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 Des Moines Elementary and Edward Zeiger Elem?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Des Moines and Puyallup in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Des Moines Elementary: 500. Edward Zeiger Elem: 500. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Des Moines Elementary and Edward Zeiger Elem rank in Washington?
Des Moines Elementary is 758th of 1,154 and Edward Zeiger Elem is 498th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).