Des Moines Elementary vs Parkside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 988 m 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
Parkside Elementary
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
535 students
| Measure | Des Moines Elementary Des Moines, Washington | Parkside Elementary Des Moines, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #758 of 1,154 | #878 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #26149 of 50,301 | #30716 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 500 | 535 |
| Enrollment | 500 | 535 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.6% | 80.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| city | Des Moines | Des Moines |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Des Moines Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.5 vs 41.9).
- •Parkside Elementary does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •Des Moines Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.6% vs 80.2%).
- •Des Moines Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 19.1).
- •Parkside Elementary is the larger school with 535 students compared with 500.
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 Parkside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Des Moines Elementary ranks higher (48.5 vs 41.9 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 Parkside Elementary?
About 988 m in a straight line, between Des Moines and Des Moines in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Des Moines Elementary: 500. Parkside Elementary: 535. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Des Moines Elementary and Parkside Elementary rank in Washington?
Des Moines Elementary is 758th of 1,154 and Parkside Elementary is 878th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).