East Farms STEAM School vs James Sales Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 410 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Farms STEAM School
Newman Lake · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
387 students
James Sales Elementary
Tacoma · Public elementary · Grades K–5
387 students
| Measure | East Farms STEAM School Newman Lake, Washington | James Sales Elementary Tacoma, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #725 of 1,154 | #673 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #24887 of 50,301 | #23108 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 387 | 387 |
| Enrollment | 387 | 387 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.4% | 75.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 55% |
| city | Newman Lake | Tacoma |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Sales Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.9 vs 50.4).
- •James Sales Elementary does better on math proficiency (55% vs 47%).
- •James Sales Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 57%).
- •East Farms STEAM School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.4% vs 75.2%).
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 East Farms STEAM School better than James Sales Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James Sales Elementary ranks higher (52.9 vs 50.4 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 East Farms STEAM School and James Sales Elementary?
About 410 km in a straight line, between Newman Lake and Tacoma in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Farms STEAM School: 387. James Sales Elementary: 387. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Farms STEAM School and James Sales Elementary rank in Washington?
East Farms STEAM School is 725th of 1,154 and James Sales Elementary is 673rd of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).