Ruth Livingston Elementary vs Vista Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ruth Livingston Elementary
Pasco · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
541 students
Vista Elementary School
Kennewick · Public elementary · Grades K–5
409 students
| Measure | Ruth Livingston Elementary Pasco, Washington | Vista Elementary School Kennewick, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #339 of 1,154 | #662 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #12455 of 50,301 | #22600 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 541 | 409 |
| Enrollment | 541 | 409 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.8% | 62.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 48% |
| city | Pasco | Kennewick |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ruth Livingston Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.4 vs 53.7).
- •Ruth Livingston Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 48%).
- •Ruth Livingston Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 56%).
- •Ruth Livingston Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.8% vs 62.8%).
- •Vista Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 16.9).
- •Ruth Livingston Elementary is the larger school with 541 students compared with 409.
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 Ruth Livingston Elementary better than Vista Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Ruth Livingston Elementary ranks higher (68.4 vs 53.7 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 Ruth Livingston Elementary and Vista Elementary School?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Pasco and Kennewick in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ruth Livingston Elementary: 541. Vista Elementary School: 409. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ruth Livingston Elementary and Vista Elementary School rank in Washington?
Ruth Livingston Elementary is 339th of 1,154 and Vista Elementary School is 662nd of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).