Carmichael Middle School vs Chief Joseph Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carmichael Middle School
Richland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
791 students
Chief Joseph Middle School
Richland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
659 students
| Measure | Carmichael Middle School Richland, Washington | Chief Joseph Middle School Richland, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #241 of 363 | #267 of 363 |
| National rank | #8866 of 15,369 | #9692 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 791 | 659 |
| Enrollment | 791 | 659 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.6% | 58.4% |
| Students per teacher | 20.8 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 36% |
| city | Richland | Richland |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carmichael Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.3 vs 40.5).
- •Carmichael Middle School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 36%).
- •Carmichael Middle School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 48%).
- •Carmichael Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.6% vs 58.4%).
- •Chief Joseph Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 20.8).
- •Carmichael Middle School is the larger school with 791 students compared with 659.
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 Carmichael Middle School better than Chief Joseph Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Carmichael Middle School ranks higher (44.3 vs 40.5 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 Carmichael Middle School and Chief Joseph Middle School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Richland and Richland in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carmichael Middle School: 791. Chief Joseph Middle School: 659. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carmichael Middle School and Chief Joseph Middle School rank in Washington?
Carmichael Middle School is 241st of 363 and Chief Joseph Middle School is 267th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).