Lutacaga Elementary vs McFarland Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 333 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lutacaga Elementary
Othello · Public elementary · Grades K–6
541 students
McFarland Middle School
Othello · Public middle · Grades 6–8
702 students
| Measure | Lutacaga Elementary Othello, Washington | McFarland Middle School Othello, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1109 of 1,154 | #347 of 363 |
| National rank | #42771 of 50,301 | #13379 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 541 | 702 |
| Enrollment | 541 | 702 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.1% | 83.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 29% |
| city | Othello | Othello |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lutacaga Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.3 vs 22.2).
- •Lutacaga Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 29%).
- •McFarland Middle School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 26%).
- •McFarland Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.8% vs 84.1%).
- •Lutacaga Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 20.1).
- •McFarland Middle School is the larger school with 702 students compared with 541.
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 Lutacaga Elementary better than McFarland Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lutacaga Elementary ranks higher (23.3 vs 22.2 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 Lutacaga Elementary and McFarland Middle School?
About 333 m in a straight line, between Othello and Othello in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lutacaga Elementary: 541. McFarland Middle School: 702. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lutacaga Elementary and McFarland Middle School rank in Washington?
Lutacaga Elementary is 1109th of 1,154 and McFarland Middle School is 347th of 363 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).