Edwin Markham Elementary vs Thompson Preschool
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 257 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edwin Markham Elementary
Pasco · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
227 students
Thompson Preschool
Tacoma · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
227 students
| Measure | Edwin Markham Elementary Pasco, Washington | Thompson Preschool Tacoma, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #408 of 1,154 | #917 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #14524 of 50,301 | #32527 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 227 | 227 |
| Enrollment | 227 | 227 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.1% | 55.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 56.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | – |
| Math proficiency | 56% | – |
| city | Pasco | Tacoma |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edwin Markham Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.4 vs 39.2).
- •Edwin Markham Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.1% vs 55.1%).
- •Edwin Markham Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 56.8).
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 Edwin Markham Elementary better than Thompson Preschool?
On the Success Index (US), Edwin Markham Elementary ranks higher (65.4 vs 39.2 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 Edwin Markham Elementary and Thompson Preschool?
About 257 km in a straight line, between Pasco and Tacoma in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edwin Markham Elementary: 227. Thompson Preschool: 227. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edwin Markham Elementary and Thompson Preschool rank in Washington?
Edwin Markham Elementary is 408th of 1,154 and Thompson Preschool is 917th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).