Marie Curie STEM Elementary vs Whittier Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 252 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marie Curie STEM Elementary
Pasco · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
376 students
Whittier Elementary
Pasco · Public elementary · Grades K–2
378 students
| Measure | Marie Curie STEM Elementary Pasco, Washington | Whittier Elementary Pasco, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1118 of 1,154 | #1027 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #43914 of 50,301 | #37535 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 376 | 378 |
| Enrollment | 376 | 378 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.5% | 89.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | – |
| Math proficiency | 24% | – |
| city | Pasco | Pasco |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Whittier Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.6 vs 21.5).
- •Whittier Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.2% vs 91.5%).
- •Marie Curie STEM Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.5).
- •Whittier Elementary is the larger school with 378 students compared with 376.
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 Marie Curie STEM Elementary better than Whittier Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Whittier Elementary ranks higher (31.6 vs 21.5 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 Marie Curie STEM Elementary and Whittier Elementary?
About 252 m in a straight line, between Pasco and Pasco in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marie Curie STEM Elementary: 376. Whittier Elementary: 378. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marie Curie STEM Elementary and Whittier Elementary rank in Washington?
Marie Curie STEM Elementary is 1118th of 1,154 and Whittier Elementary is 1027th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).