Blaine Middle School vs Nooksack Valley Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 31 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blaine Middle School
Blaine · Public middle · Grades 6–8
471 students
Nooksack Valley Middle School
Everson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
469 students
| Measure | Blaine Middle School Blaine, Washington | Nooksack Valley Middle School Everson, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #184 of 363 | #139 of 363 |
| National rank | #6772 of 15,369 | #5574 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 471 | 469 |
| Enrollment | 471 | 469 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.1% | 58.4% |
| Students per teacher | 20.5 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 53% |
| city | Blaine | Everson |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nooksack Valley Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.6 vs 54.0).
- •Nooksack Valley Middle School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 48%).
- •Nooksack Valley Middle School does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 55%).
- •Blaine Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.1% vs 58.4%).
- •Nooksack Valley Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 20.5).
- •Blaine Middle School is the larger school with 471 students compared with 469.
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 Blaine Middle School better than Nooksack Valley Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Nooksack Valley Middle School ranks higher (59.6 vs 54.0 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 Blaine Middle School and Nooksack Valley Middle School?
About 31 km in a straight line, between Blaine and Everson in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blaine Middle School: 471. Nooksack Valley Middle School: 469. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blaine Middle School and Nooksack Valley Middle School rank in Washington?
Blaine Middle School is 184th of 363 and Nooksack Valley Middle School is 139th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).