John Muir Elementary School vs Kimball Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 899 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Muir Elementary School
Seattle · Public elementary · Grades K–5
308 students
Kimball Elementary School
Seattle · Public elementary · Grades K–5
384 students
| Measure | John Muir Elementary School Seattle, Washington | Kimball Elementary School Seattle, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #654 of 1,154 | #561 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #22434 of 50,301 | #19123 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 308 | 384 |
| Enrollment | 308 | 384 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.5% | 44.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 50% |
| city | Seattle | Seattle |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kimball Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.6 vs 53.9).
- •Kimball Elementary School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 42%).
- •John Muir Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Kimball Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.5% vs 56.5%).
- •John Muir Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 12.4).
- •Kimball Elementary School is the larger school with 384 students compared with 308.
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 John Muir Elementary School better than Kimball Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Kimball Elementary School ranks higher (58.6 vs 53.9 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 John Muir Elementary School and Kimball Elementary School?
About 899 m in a straight line, between Seattle and Seattle in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Muir Elementary School: 308. Kimball Elementary School: 384. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Muir Elementary School and Kimball Elementary School rank in Washington?
John Muir Elementary School is 654th of 1,154 and Kimball Elementary School is 561st of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).