Bethesda Elementary vs Prairie Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Wisconsin, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bethesda Elementary
Waukesha · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
401 students
Prairie Elementary
Waukesha · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
348 students
| Measure | Bethesda Elementary Waukesha, Wisconsin | Prairie Elementary Waukesha, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #471 of 1,069 | #345 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #19415 of 50,301 | #15000 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 401 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 401 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.2% | 28.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 52% |
| city | Waukesha | Waukesha |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Prairie Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.7 vs 58.2).
- •Bethesda Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •Prairie Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 43%).
- •Prairie Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.7% vs 39.2%).
- •Bethesda Elementary is the larger school with 401 students compared with 348.
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 Bethesda Elementary better than Prairie Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Prairie Elementary ranks higher (64.7 vs 58.2 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 Bethesda Elementary and Prairie Elementary?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Waukesha and Waukesha in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bethesda Elementary: 401. Prairie Elementary: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bethesda Elementary and Prairie Elementary rank in Wisconsin?
Bethesda Elementary is 471st of 1,069 and Prairie Elementary is 345th of 1,069 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).