Emma L Carson Elementary vs Expedition 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.
Emma L Carson Elementary
Puyallup · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
676 students
Expedition Elementary
Puyallup · Public elementary · Grades K–5
530 students
| Measure | Emma L Carson Elementary Puyallup, Washington | Expedition Elementary Puyallup, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #617 of 1,154 | #775 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #21148 of 50,301 | #26802 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 676 | 530 |
| Enrollment | 676 | 530 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.8% | 51.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | – |
| Math proficiency | 50% | – |
| city | Puyallup | Puyallup |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emma L Carson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.7 vs 47.5).
- •Expedition Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.3% vs 52.8%).
- •Expedition Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 17.3).
- •Emma L Carson Elementary is the larger school with 676 students compared with 530.
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 Emma L Carson Elementary better than Expedition Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Emma L Carson Elementary ranks higher (55.7 vs 47.5 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 Emma L Carson Elementary and Expedition Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Puyallup and Puyallup in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emma L Carson Elementary: 676. Expedition Elementary: 530. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emma L Carson Elementary and Expedition Elementary rank in Washington?
Emma L Carson Elementary is 617th of 1,154 and Expedition Elementary is 775th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).