Balboa Elementary vs Highland Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Balboa Elementary
Spokane · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
248 students
Highland Middle School
Spokane · Public middle · Grades 6–8
704 students
| Measure | Balboa Elementary Spokane, Washington | Highland Middle School Spokane, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #353 of 1,154 | #140 of 363 |
| National rank | #12923 of 50,301 | #5652 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 248 | 704 |
| Enrollment | 248 | 704 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50% | 32.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | – |
| Math proficiency | 57% | – |
| city | Spokane | Spokane |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Balboa Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.7 vs 59.2).
- •Highland Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.8% vs 50%).
- •Balboa Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 17.6).
- •Highland Middle School is the larger school with 704 students compared with 248.
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 Balboa Elementary better than Highland Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Balboa Elementary ranks higher (67.7 vs 59.2 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 Balboa Elementary and Highland Middle School?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Spokane and Spokane in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Balboa Elementary: 248. Highland Middle School: 704. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Balboa Elementary and Highland Middle School rank in Washington?
Balboa Elementary is 353rd of 1,154 and Highland Middle School is 140th of 363 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).