Gess Elementary vs Rising Star Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 351 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gess Elementary
Chewelah · Public elementary · Grades K–6
324 students
Rising Star Elementary School
Seattle · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
324 students
| Measure | Gess Elementary Chewelah, Washington | Rising Star Elementary School Seattle, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #587 of 1,154 | #888 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #20125 of 50,301 | #31028 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 324 | 324 |
| Enrollment | 324 | 324 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.7% | 69.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 37% |
| city | Chewelah | Seattle |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gess Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.2 vs 41.4).
- •Gess Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Gess Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 37%).
- •Gess Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.7% vs 69.8%).
- •Rising Star Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 14.7).
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 Gess Elementary better than Rising Star Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Gess Elementary ranks higher (57.2 vs 41.4 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 Gess Elementary and Rising Star Elementary School?
About 351 km in a straight line, between Chewelah and Seattle in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gess Elementary: 324. Rising Star Elementary School: 324. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gess Elementary and Rising Star Elementary School rank in Washington?
Gess Elementary is 587th of 1,154 and Rising Star Elementary School is 888th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).