Grainger Elementary vs Henry David Thoreau Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 208 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Grainger Elementary
Okanogan · Public elementary · Grades K–5
404 students
Henry David Thoreau Elementary
Kirkland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
404 students
| Measure | Grainger Elementary Okanogan, Washington | Henry David Thoreau Elementary Kirkland, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #631 of 1,154 | #99 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #21582 of 50,301 | #3694 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 404 | 404 |
| Enrollment | 404 | 404 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.6% | 16.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 75% |
| city | Okanogan | Kirkland |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Henry David Thoreau Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.4 vs 55.1).
- •Henry David Thoreau Elementary does better on math proficiency (75% vs 54%).
- •Henry David Thoreau Elementary does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 52%).
- •Henry David Thoreau Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.1% vs 65.6%).
- •Grainger Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 17.6).
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 Grainger Elementary better than Henry David Thoreau Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Henry David Thoreau Elementary ranks higher (82.4 vs 55.1 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 Grainger Elementary and Henry David Thoreau Elementary?
About 208 km in a straight line, between Okanogan and Kirkland in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Grainger Elementary: 404. Henry David Thoreau Elementary: 404. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Grainger Elementary and Henry David Thoreau Elementary rank in Washington?
Grainger Elementary is 631st of 1,154 and Henry David Thoreau Elementary is 99th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).