Ellicott Middle School vs Highland Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Colorado, United States, 198 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ellicott Middle School
Ellicott · Public middle · Grades 6–8
230 students
Highland Middle School
Ault · Public middle · Grades 6–8
234 students
| Measure | Ellicott Middle School Ellicott, Colorado | Highland Middle School Ault, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #150 of 262 | #170 of 262 |
| National rank | #10085 of 15,369 | #10989 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 230 | 234 |
| Enrollment | 230 | 234 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.3% | 30.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 22% |
| city | Ellicott | Ault |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ellicott Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.8 vs 34.4).
- •Ellicott Middle School does better on math proficiency (24% vs 22%).
- •Ellicott Middle School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.8% vs 58.3%).
- •Ellicott Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 14.6).
- •Highland Middle School is the larger school with 234 students compared with 230.
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 Ellicott Middle School better than Highland Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Ellicott Middle School ranks higher (38.8 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 Ellicott Middle School and Highland Middle School?
About 198 km in a straight line, between Ellicott and Ault in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ellicott Middle School: 230. Highland Middle School: 234. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ellicott Middle School and Highland Middle School rank in Colorado?
Ellicott Middle School is 150th of 262 and Highland Middle School is 170th of 262 among middle schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).