Alameda Middle School vs Highland High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Idaho, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alameda Middle School
Pocatello · Public middle · Grades 6–8
572 students
Highland High School
Pocatello · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,456 students
| Measure | Alameda Middle School Pocatello, Idaho | Highland High School Pocatello, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #25 of 106 | #34 of 134 |
| National rank | #5038 of 15,369 | #6462 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 572 | 1,456 |
| Enrollment | 572 | 1,456 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.2% | 28.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 49% |
| city | Pocatello | Pocatello |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alameda Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.0 vs 57.4).
- •Alameda Middle School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 49%).
- •Alameda Middle School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 57%).
- •Highland High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.8% vs 46.2%).
- •Alameda Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 22.4).
- •Highland High School is the larger school with 1,456 students compared with 572.
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 Alameda Middle School better than Highland High School?
On the Success Index (US), Alameda Middle School ranks higher (62.0 vs 57.4 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 Alameda Middle School and Highland High School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Pocatello and Pocatello in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alameda Middle School: 572. Highland High School: 1,456. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alameda Middle School and Highland High School rank in Idaho?
Alameda Middle School is 25th of 106 and Highland High School is 34th of 134 among middle schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).