Alderwood Middle School vs Tillicum Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 28 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alderwood Middle School
Lynnwood · Public middle · Grades 7–8
679 students
Tillicum Middle School
Bellevue · Public middle · Grades 6–8
676 students
| Measure | Alderwood Middle School Lynnwood, Washington | Tillicum Middle School Bellevue, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #194 of 363 | #16 of 363 |
| National rank | #7079 of 15,369 | #1316 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 679 | 676 |
| Enrollment | 679 | 676 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.8% | 19.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.6 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 74% |
| city | Lynnwood | Bellevue |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tillicum Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.1 vs 52.5).
- •Tillicum Middle School does better on math proficiency (74% vs 47%).
- •Tillicum Middle School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 59%).
- •Tillicum Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.8% vs 54.8%).
- •Tillicum Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 20.6).
- •Alderwood Middle School is the larger school with 679 students compared with 676.
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 Alderwood Middle School better than Tillicum Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Tillicum Middle School ranks higher (81.1 vs 52.5 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 Alderwood Middle School and Tillicum Middle School?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Lynnwood and Bellevue in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alderwood Middle School: 679. Tillicum Middle School: 676. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alderwood Middle School and Tillicum Middle School rank in Washington?
Alderwood Middle School is 194th of 363 and Tillicum Middle School is 16th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).