Pioneer Elementary School vs Swift Water Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pioneer Elementary School
Gig Harbor · Public elementary · Grades K–5
481 students
Swift Water Elementary
Gig Harbor · Public elementary · Grades K–5
519 students
| Measure | Pioneer Elementary School Gig Harbor, Washington | Swift Water Elementary Gig Harbor, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #292 of 1,154 | #306 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #10681 of 50,301 | #10978 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 481 | 519 |
| Enrollment | 481 | 519 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.3% | 13.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Gig Harbor | Gig Harbor |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (70.9 vs 70.5).
- •Pioneer Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.3% vs 13.5%).
- •Pioneer Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 16.7).
- •Swift Water Elementary is the larger school with 519 students compared with 481.
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 Pioneer Elementary School better than Swift Water 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 Pioneer Elementary School and Swift Water Elementary?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Gig Harbor and Gig Harbor in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pioneer Elementary School: 481. Swift Water Elementary: 519. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pioneer Elementary School and Swift Water Elementary rank in Washington?
Pioneer Elementary School is 292nd of 1,154 and Swift Water Elementary is 306th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).