Jefferson Elementary School vs Washington Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary School
Tacoma · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
358 students
Washington Elementary School
Tacoma · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
383 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary School Tacoma, Washington | Washington Elementary School Tacoma, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #290 of 1,154 | #222 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #10591 of 50,301 | #7864 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 358 | 383 |
| Enrollment | 358 | 383 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38% | 20.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 20.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 67% |
| city | Tacoma | Tacoma |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.2 vs 71.0).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 72%).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.9% vs 38%).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 20.2).
- •Washington Elementary School is the larger school with 383 students compared with 358.
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 Jefferson Elementary School better than Washington Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elementary School ranks higher (75.2 vs 71.0 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 Jefferson Elementary School and Washington Elementary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Tacoma and Tacoma in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary School: 358. Washington Elementary School: 383. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary School and Washington Elementary School rank in Washington?
Jefferson Elementary School is 290th of 1,154 and Washington Elementary School is 222nd of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).