Ellen Ochoa Middle School vs Whittier Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 705 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ellen Ochoa Middle School
Pasco · Public middle · Grades 6–8
831 students
Whittier Elementary
Pasco · Public elementary · Grades K–2
378 students
| Measure | Ellen Ochoa Middle School Pasco, Washington | Whittier Elementary Pasco, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #361 of 363 | #1027 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #14911 of 15,369 | #37535 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 831 | 378 |
| Enrollment | 831 | 378 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91% | 89.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | – |
| Math proficiency | 15% | – |
| city | Pasco | Pasco |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Whittier Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.6 vs 11.9).
- •Whittier Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.2% vs 91%).
- •Whittier Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 19.3).
- •Ellen Ochoa Middle School is the larger school with 831 students compared with 378.
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 Ellen Ochoa Middle School better than Whittier Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Whittier Elementary ranks higher (31.6 vs 11.9 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 Ellen Ochoa Middle School and Whittier Elementary?
About 705 m in a straight line, between Pasco and Pasco in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ellen Ochoa Middle School: 831. Whittier Elementary: 378. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ellen Ochoa Middle School and Whittier Elementary rank in Washington?
Ellen Ochoa Middle School is 361st of 363 and Whittier Elementary is 1027th of 1,154 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).