Emerald Ridge High School vs G W Edgerton Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerald Ridge High School
Puyallup · Public high · Grades 10–12
1,599 students
G W Edgerton Elementary
Puyallup · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
753 students
| Measure | Emerald Ridge High School Puyallup, Washington | G W Edgerton Elementary Puyallup, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #140 of 333 | #299 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #6459 of 16,910 | #10865 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 1,599 | 753 |
| Enrollment | 1,599 | 753 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.7% | 37.6% |
| Students per teacher | 24.6 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 63% |
| city | Puyallup | Puyallup |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •G W Edgerton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.6 vs 57.4).
- •G W Edgerton Elementary does better on math proficiency (63% vs 39%).
- •Emerald Ridge High School does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 71%).
- •G W Edgerton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.6% vs 43.7%).
- •G W Edgerton Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 24.6).
- •Emerald Ridge High School is the larger school with 1,599 students compared with 753.
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 Emerald Ridge High School better than G W Edgerton Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), G W Edgerton Elementary ranks higher (70.6 vs 57.4 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 Emerald Ridge High School and G W Edgerton Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Puyallup and Puyallup in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerald Ridge High School: 1,599. G W Edgerton Elementary: 753. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerald Ridge High School and G W Edgerton Elementary rank in Washington?
Emerald Ridge High School is 140th of 333 and G W Edgerton Elementary is 299th of 1,154 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).