Peninsula Elementary vs Vanguard Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Peninsula Elementary
Moses Lake · Public elementary · Grades K–5
383 students
Vanguard Academy
Moses Lake · Public high · Grades 9–12
387 students
| Measure | Peninsula Elementary Moses Lake, Washington | Vanguard Academy Moses Lake, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #817 of 1,154 | #315 of 333 |
| National rank | #28114 of 50,301 | #14315 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 383 | 387 |
| Enrollment | 383 | 387 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.4% | 60.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 25.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | – |
| Math proficiency | 44% | – |
| city | Moses Lake | Moses Lake |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Peninsula Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.7 vs 25.4).
- •Peninsula Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.4% vs 60.2%).
- •Peninsula Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.4 vs 25.8).
- •Vanguard Academy is the larger school with 387 students compared with 383.
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 Peninsula Elementary better than Vanguard Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Peninsula Elementary ranks higher (45.7 vs 25.4 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 Peninsula Elementary and Vanguard Academy?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Moses Lake and Moses Lake in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Peninsula Elementary: 383. Vanguard Academy: 387. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Peninsula Elementary and Vanguard Academy rank in Washington?
Peninsula Elementary is 817th of 1,154 and Vanguard Academy is 315th of 333 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).