Geiger Montessori School vs University Place Primary
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.
Geiger Montessori School
Tacoma · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
521 students
University Place Primary
University Pla · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
522 students
| Measure | Geiger Montessori School Tacoma, Washington | University Place Primary University Pla, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #560 of 1,154 | #215 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #19115 of 50,301 | #7484 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 521 | 522 |
| Enrollment | 521 | 522 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.7% | 41% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 77% |
| city | Tacoma | University Pla |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University Place Primary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.8 vs 58.6).
- •University Place Primary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 52%).
- •University Place Primary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •Geiger Montessori School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.7% vs 41%).
- •University Place Primary does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 21.7).
- •University Place Primary is the larger school with 522 students compared with 521.
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 Geiger Montessori School better than University Place Primary?
On the Success Index (US), University Place Primary ranks higher (75.8 vs 58.6 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 Geiger Montessori School and University Place Primary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Tacoma and University Pla in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Geiger Montessori School: 521. University Place Primary: 522. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Geiger Montessori School and University Place Primary rank in Washington?
Geiger Montessori School is 560th of 1,154 and University Place Primary is 215th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).