Desert Sky Elementary vs Tapteal Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Desert Sky Elementary
West Richland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
441 students
Tapteal Elementary School
West Richland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
458 students
| Measure | Desert Sky Elementary West Richland, Washington | Tapteal Elementary School West Richland, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #413 of 1,154 | #742 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #14778 of 50,301 | #25661 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 441 | 458 |
| Enrollment | 441 | 458 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.2% | 53.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 52% |
| Math proficiency | – | 47% |
| city | West Richland | West Richland |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Desert Sky Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.0 vs 49.3).
- •Desert Sky Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.2% vs 53.5%).
- •Tapteal Elementary School is the larger school with 458 students compared with 441.
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 Desert Sky Elementary better than Tapteal Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Desert Sky Elementary ranks higher (65.0 vs 49.3 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 Desert Sky Elementary and Tapteal Elementary School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between West Richland and West Richland in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Desert Sky Elementary: 441. Tapteal Elementary School: 458. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Desert Sky Elementary and Tapteal Elementary School rank in Washington?
Desert Sky Elementary is 413th of 1,154 and Tapteal Elementary School is 742nd of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).