Eaton Middle School vs Highland Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Colorado, United States, 6.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eaton Middle School
Eaton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
485 students
Highland Middle School
Ault · Public middle · Grades 6–8
234 students
| Measure | Eaton Middle School Eaton, Colorado | Highland Middle School Ault, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #84 of 262 | #170 of 262 |
| National rank | #6560 of 15,369 | #10989 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 485 | 234 |
| Enrollment | 485 | 234 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.6% | 30.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 22% |
| city | Eaton | Ault |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eaton Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.0 vs 34.4).
- •Eaton Middle School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 22%).
- •Eaton Middle School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 22%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.8% vs 32.6%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 15.6).
- •Eaton Middle School is the larger school with 485 students compared with 234.
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 Eaton Middle School better than Highland Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Eaton Middle School ranks higher (55.0 vs 34.4 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 Eaton Middle School and Highland Middle School?
About 6.3 km in a straight line, between Eaton and Ault in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eaton Middle School: 485. Highland Middle School: 234. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eaton Middle School and Highland Middle School rank in Colorado?
Eaton Middle School is 84th of 262 and Highland Middle School is 170th of 262 among middle schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).