Northwood Elementary School vs West Mercer Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 644 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwood Elementary School
Mercer Island · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
398 students
West Mercer Elementary
Mercer Island · Public elementary · Grades K–5
431 students
| Measure | Northwood Elementary School Mercer Island, Washington | West Mercer Elementary Mercer Island, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #52 of 1,154 | #33 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #2276 of 50,301 | #1729 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 398 | 431 |
| Enrollment | 398 | 431 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.3% | 7.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 89% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 81% |
| city | Mercer Island | Mercer Island |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Mercer Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.8 vs 85.4).
- •West Mercer Elementary does better on math proficiency (81% vs 77%).
- •West Mercer Elementary does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 77%).
- •West Mercer Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.9% vs 10.3%).
- •Northwood Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 16.6).
- •West Mercer Elementary is the larger school with 431 students compared with 398.
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 Northwood Elementary School better than West Mercer Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), West Mercer Elementary ranks higher (86.8 vs 85.4 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 Northwood Elementary School and West Mercer Elementary?
About 644 m in a straight line, between Mercer Island and Mercer Island in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwood Elementary School: 398. West Mercer Elementary: 431. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwood Elementary School and West Mercer Elementary rank in Washington?
Northwood Elementary School is 52nd of 1,154 and West Mercer Elementary is 33rd of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).