J M Weatherwax High School vs McDermoth Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 539 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J M Weatherwax High School
Aberdeen · Public high · Grades 9–12
919 students
McDermoth Elementary
Aberdeen · Public elementary · Grades K–5
288 students
| Measure | J M Weatherwax High School Aberdeen, Washington | McDermoth Elementary Aberdeen, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #296 of 333 | #931 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #12603 of 16,910 | #33033 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 919 | 288 |
| Enrollment | 919 | 288 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.5% | 68.4% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 40% |
| city | Aberdeen | Aberdeen |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McDermoth Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.4 vs 33.2).
- •McDermoth Elementary does better on math proficiency (40% vs 23%).
- •J M Weatherwax High School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 45%).
- •J M Weatherwax High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.5% vs 68.4%).
- •McDermoth Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 20.4).
- •J M Weatherwax High School is the larger school with 919 students compared with 288.
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 J M Weatherwax High School better than McDermoth Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), McDermoth Elementary ranks higher (38.4 vs 33.2 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 J M Weatherwax High School and McDermoth Elementary?
About 539 m in a straight line, between Aberdeen and Aberdeen in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J M Weatherwax High School: 919. McDermoth Elementary: 288. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J M Weatherwax High School and McDermoth Elementary rank in Washington?
J M Weatherwax High School is 296th of 333 and McDermoth Elementary is 931st of 1,154 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).