Farwell Middle School vs Harrison Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 20 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Farwell Middle School
Farwell · Public middle · Grades 4–7
281 students
Harrison Middle School
Harrison · Public middle · Grades 6–8
279 students
| Measure | Farwell Middle School Farwell, Michigan | Harrison Middle School Harrison, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #381 of 485 | #407 of 485 |
| National rank | #12123 of 15,369 | #12978 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–7 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 281 | 279 |
| Enrollment | 281 | 279 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.3% | 79.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 21% |
| city | Farwell | Harrison |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Farwell Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.9 vs 24.3).
- •Farwell Middle School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 21%).
- •Harrison Middle School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 38%).
- •Farwell Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.3% vs 79.6%).
- •Farwell Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 18.6).
- •Farwell Middle School is the larger school with 281 students compared with 279.
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 Farwell Middle School better than Harrison Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Farwell Middle School ranks higher (28.9 vs 24.3 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 Farwell Middle School and Harrison Middle School?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Farwell and Harrison in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Farwell Middle School: 281. Harrison Middle School: 279. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Farwell Middle School and Harrison Middle School rank in Michigan?
Farwell Middle School is 381st of 485 and Harrison Middle School is 407th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).