Mercer Island High School vs West Mercer Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 886 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mercer Island High School
Mercer Island · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,439 students
West Mercer Elementary
Mercer Island · Public elementary · Grades K–5
431 students
| Measure | Mercer Island High School Mercer Island, Washington | West Mercer Elementary Mercer Island, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #2 of 333 | #33 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #477 of 16,910 | #1729 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,439 | 431 |
| Enrollment | 1,439 | 431 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 7.1% | 7.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 99.5% | 89% |
| Math proficiency | 90% | 81% |
| city | Mercer Island | Mercer Island |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (86.7 vs 86.8).
- •Mercer Island High School does better on math proficiency (90% vs 81%).
- •Mercer Island High School does better on reading proficiency (99.5% vs 89%).
- •Mercer Island High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.1% vs 7.9%).
- •West Mercer Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 18.9).
- •Mercer Island High School is the larger school with 1,439 students compared with 431.
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 Mercer Island High School better than West Mercer Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Mercer Island High School and West Mercer Elementary?
About 886 m in a straight line, between Mercer Island and Mercer Island in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mercer Island High School: 1,439. West Mercer Elementary: 431. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mercer Island High School and West Mercer Elementary rank in Washington?
Mercer Island High School is 2nd of 333 and West Mercer Elementary is 33rd of 1,154 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).