Monte Cristo Elementary vs Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 9.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Monte Cristo Elementary
Granite Falls · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
502 students
Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School
Lake Stevens · Public elementary · Grades K–5
554 students
| Measure | Monte Cristo Elementary Granite Falls, Washington | Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School Lake Stevens, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #877 of 1,154 | #360 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #30708 of 50,301 | #13094 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 502 | 554 |
| Enrollment | 502 | 554 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.6% | 37.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 57% |
| city | Granite Falls | Lake Stevens |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.5 vs 41.9).
- •Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 32%).
- •Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 44%).
- •Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.2% vs 43.6%).
- •Monte Cristo Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 16.3).
- •Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School is the larger school with 554 students compared with 502.
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 Monte Cristo Elementary better than Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School ranks higher (67.5 vs 41.9 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 Monte Cristo Elementary and Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School?
About 9.8 km in a straight line, between Granite Falls and Lake Stevens in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Monte Cristo Elementary: 502. Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School: 554. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Monte Cristo Elementary and Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School rank in Washington?
Monte Cristo Elementary is 877th of 1,154 and Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School is 360th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).