Bowdish Middle School vs McMurray Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 391 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bowdish Middle School
Spokane Valley · Public middle · Grades 6–8
359 students
McMurray Middle School
Vashon · Public middle · Grades 6–8
355 students
| Measure | Bowdish Middle School Spokane Valley, Washington | McMurray Middle School Vashon, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #226 of 363 | #39 of 363 |
| National rank | #8284 of 15,369 | #2040 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 359 | 355 |
| Enrollment | 359 | 355 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.8% | 23.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 19.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 65% |
| city | Spokane Valley | Vashon |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McMurray Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.8 vs 47.0).
- •McMurray Middle School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 37%).
- •McMurray Middle School does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 57%).
- •McMurray Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.1% vs 63.8%).
- •Bowdish Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 19.7).
- •Bowdish Middle School is the larger school with 359 students compared with 355.
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 Bowdish Middle School better than McMurray Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), McMurray Middle School ranks higher (76.8 vs 47.0 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 Bowdish Middle School and McMurray Middle School?
About 391 km in a straight line, between Spokane Valley and Vashon in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bowdish Middle School: 359. McMurray Middle School: 355. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bowdish Middle School and McMurray Middle School rank in Washington?
Bowdish Middle School is 226th of 363 and McMurray Middle School is 39th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).