Aspire Middle School vs Elma Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 46 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aspire Middle School
Lacey · Public middle · Grades 6–8
323 students
Elma Middle School
Elma · Public middle · Grades 6–8
324 students
| Measure | Aspire Middle School Lacey, Washington | Elma Middle School Elma, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #56 of 363 | #235 of 363 |
| National rank | #2717 of 15,369 | #8541 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 323 | 324 |
| Enrollment | 323 | 324 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.3% | 65.7% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 47% |
| city | Lacey | Elma |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Aspire Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.0 vs 45.8).
- •Aspire Middle School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 47%).
- •Aspire Middle School does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 49%).
- •Aspire Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.3% vs 65.7%).
- •Elma Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 23.1).
- •Elma Middle School is the larger school with 324 students compared with 323.
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 Aspire Middle School better than Elma Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Aspire Middle School ranks higher (73.0 vs 45.8 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 Aspire Middle School and Elma Middle School?
About 46 km in a straight line, between Lacey and Elma in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aspire Middle School: 323. Elma Middle School: 324. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aspire Middle School and Elma Middle School rank in Washington?
Aspire Middle School is 56th of 363 and Elma Middle School is 235th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).