Foster Senior High School vs Thorndyke Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 767 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foster Senior High School
Tukwila · Public high · Grades 9–12
910 students
Thorndyke Elementary
Seattle · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
386 students
| Measure | Foster Senior High School Tukwila, Washington | Thorndyke Elementary Seattle, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #300 of 333 | #1099 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #12839 of 16,910 | #42202 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 910 | 386 |
| Enrollment | 910 | 386 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.8% | 86.5% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| city | Tukwila | Seattle |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Foster Senior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.2 vs 24.2).
- •Foster Senior High School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 32%).
- •Foster Senior High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.8% vs 86.5%).
- •Thorndyke Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 23.9).
- •Foster Senior High School is the larger school with 910 students compared with 386.
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 Foster Senior High School better than Thorndyke Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Foster Senior High School ranks higher (32.2 vs 24.2 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 Foster Senior High School and Thorndyke Elementary?
About 767 m in a straight line, between Tukwila and Seattle in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Foster Senior High School: 910. Thorndyke Elementary: 386. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Foster Senior High School and Thorndyke Elementary rank in Washington?
Foster Senior High School is 300th of 333 and Thorndyke Elementary is 1099th of 1,154 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).