Pioneer Elementary School vs Sifton Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pioneer Elementary School
Vancouver · Public elementary · Grades K–5
550 students
Sifton Elementary School
Vancouver · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
484 students
| Measure | Pioneer Elementary School Vancouver, Washington | Sifton Elementary School Vancouver, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #813 of 1,154 | #797 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #27987 of 50,301 | #27322 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 550 | 484 |
| Enrollment | 550 | 484 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.3% | 49.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 44% |
| city | Vancouver | Vancouver |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (45.9 vs 46.8).
- •Sifton Elementary School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 38%).
- •Pioneer Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 45%).
- •Pioneer Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.3% vs 49.6%).
- •Sifton Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 16.2).
- •Pioneer Elementary School is the larger school with 550 students compared with 484.
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 Sifton Elementary School?
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 Sifton Elementary School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Vancouver and Vancouver in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pioneer Elementary School: 550. Sifton Elementary School: 484. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pioneer Elementary School and Sifton Elementary School rank in Washington?
Pioneer Elementary School is 813th of 1,154 and Sifton Elementary School is 797th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).