Highland Elementary vs Parkway Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Elementary
Clarkston · Public elementary · Grades K–6
290 students
Parkway Elementary
Clarkston · Public elementary · Grades K–6
330 students
| Measure | Highland Elementary Clarkston, Washington | Parkway Elementary Clarkston, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1060 of 1,154 | #865 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #38934 of 50,301 | #30112 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 290 | 330 |
| Enrollment | 290 | 330 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.9% | 63% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| city | Clarkston | Clarkston |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkway Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.8 vs 29.4).
- •Parkway Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Parkway Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Parkway Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63% vs 67.9%).
- •Highland Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 19.4).
- •Parkway Elementary is the larger school with 330 students compared with 290.
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 Highland Elementary better than Parkway Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Parkway Elementary ranks higher (42.8 vs 29.4 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 Highland Elementary and Parkway Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Clarkston and Clarkston in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Elementary: 290. Parkway Elementary: 330. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Elementary and Parkway Elementary rank in Washington?
Highland Elementary is 1060th of 1,154 and Parkway Elementary is 865th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).