Edison Elementary vs Fords Prairie Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edison Elementary
Centralia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
313 students
Fords Prairie Elementary
Centralia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
443 students
| Measure | Edison Elementary Centralia, Washington | Fords Prairie Elementary Centralia, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #683 of 1,154 | #704 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #23541 of 50,301 | #24192 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 313 | 443 |
| Enrollment | 313 | 443 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77% | 75.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 57% |
| city | Centralia | Centralia |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (52.3 vs 51.4).
- •Edison Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •Fords Prairie Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.4% vs 77%).
- •Fords Prairie Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 17.4).
- •Fords Prairie Elementary is the larger school with 443 students compared with 313.
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 Edison Elementary better than Fords Prairie Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Edison Elementary and Fords Prairie Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Centralia and Centralia in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edison Elementary: 313. Fords Prairie Elementary: 443. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edison Elementary and Fords Prairie Elementary rank in Washington?
Edison Elementary is 683rd of 1,154 and Fords Prairie Elementary is 704th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).