High Desert Middle School vs West Sylvan Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Oregon, United States, 203 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High Desert Middle School
Bend · Public middle · Grades 6–8
668 students
West Sylvan Middle School
Portland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
670 students
| Measure | High Desert Middle School Bend, Oregon | West Sylvan Middle School Portland, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #92 of 208 | #6 of 208 |
| National rank | #9379 of 15,369 | #2087 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 668 | 670 |
| Enrollment | 668 | 670 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.9% | 41.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 75% |
| city | Bend | Portland |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Sylvan Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.5 vs 42.0).
- •West Sylvan Middle School does better on math proficiency (75% vs 34%).
- •West Sylvan Middle School does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 50%).
- •West Sylvan Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.6% vs 47.9%).
- •West Sylvan Middle School does better on students per teacher (19.1 vs 22.3).
- •West Sylvan Middle School is the larger school with 670 students compared with 668.
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 High Desert Middle School better than West Sylvan Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), West Sylvan Middle School ranks higher (76.5 vs 42.0 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 High Desert Middle School and West Sylvan Middle School?
About 203 km in a straight line, between Bend and Portland in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High Desert Middle School: 668. West Sylvan Middle School: 670. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High Desert Middle School and West Sylvan Middle School rank in Oregon?
High Desert Middle School is 92nd of 208 and West Sylvan Middle School is 6th of 208 among middle schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).