Gilbert Elementary School vs Wilson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gilbert Elementary School
Yakima · Public elementary · Grades K–5
415 students
Wilson Middle School
Yakima · Public middle · Grades 6–8
840 students
| Measure | Gilbert Elementary School Yakima, Washington | Wilson Middle School Yakima, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #953 of 1,154 | #283 of 363 |
| National rank | #33662 of 50,301 | #10334 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 415 | 840 |
| Enrollment | 415 | 840 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.8% | 75.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 41% |
| city | Yakima | Yakima |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (37.5 vs 37.7).
- •Wilson Middle School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 35%).
- •Wilson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 45%).
- •Wilson Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.2% vs 77.8%).
- •Gilbert Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 19.5).
- •Wilson Middle School is the larger school with 840 students compared with 415.
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 Gilbert Elementary School better than Wilson Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Gilbert Elementary School and Wilson Middle School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Yakima and Yakima in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gilbert Elementary School: 415. Wilson Middle School: 840. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gilbert Elementary School and Wilson Middle School rank in Washington?
Gilbert Elementary School is 953rd of 1,154 and Wilson Middle School is 283rd of 363 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).