Dower Elementary School vs Grass Lake Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 37 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dower Elementary School
Lakewood · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
337 students
Grass Lake Elementary School
Kent · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
337 students
| Measure | Dower Elementary School Lakewood, Washington | Grass Lake Elementary School Kent, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #826 of 1,154 | #168 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #28308 of 50,301 | #5910 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 337 | 337 |
| Enrollment | 337 | 337 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.5% | 34.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 72% |
| city | Lakewood | Kent |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Grass Lake Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.4 vs 45.4).
- •Grass Lake Elementary School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 47%).
- •Grass Lake Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 52%).
- •Grass Lake Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.4% vs 74.5%).
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 Dower Elementary School better than Grass Lake Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Grass Lake Elementary School ranks higher (78.4 vs 45.4 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 Dower Elementary School and Grass Lake Elementary School?
About 37 km in a straight line, between Lakewood and Kent in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dower Elementary School: 337. Grass Lake Elementary School: 337. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dower Elementary School and Grass Lake Elementary School rank in Washington?
Dower Elementary School is 826th of 1,154 and Grass Lake Elementary School is 168th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).