Aylen Jr High vs David T. Denny International Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 38 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aylen Jr High
Puyallup · Public middle · Grades 7–9
720 students
David T. Denny International Middle School
Seattle · Public middle · Grades 6–8
722 students
| Measure | Aylen Jr High Puyallup, Washington | David T. Denny International Middle School Seattle, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #134 of 363 | #201 of 363 |
| National rank | #5364 of 15,369 | #7355 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–9 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 720 | 722 |
| Enrollment | 720 | 722 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.9% | 58.3% |
| Students per teacher | 23.2 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 49% |
| city | Puyallup | Seattle |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Aylen Jr High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.5 vs 51.3).
- •Aylen Jr High does better on math proficiency (54% vs 49%).
- •Aylen Jr High does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 50%).
- •Aylen Jr High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.9% vs 58.3%).
- •David T. Denny International Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 23.2).
- •David T. Denny International Middle School is the larger school with 722 students compared with 720.
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 Aylen Jr High better than David T. Denny International Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Aylen Jr High ranks higher (60.5 vs 51.3 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 Aylen Jr High and David T. Denny International Middle School?
About 38 km in a straight line, between Puyallup and Seattle in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aylen Jr High: 720. David T. Denny International Middle School: 722. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aylen Jr High and David T. Denny International Middle School rank in Washington?
Aylen Jr High is 134th of 363 and David T. Denny International Middle School is 201st of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).