Chief Joseph Middle School vs Salk Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 210 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chief Joseph Middle School
Richland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
659 students
Salk Middle School
Spokane · Public middle · Grades 6–8
658 students
| Measure | Chief Joseph Middle School Richland, Washington | Salk Middle School Spokane, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #267 of 363 | #210 of 363 |
| National rank | #9692 of 15,369 | #7616 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 659 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 659 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.4% | 62.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 42% |
| city | Richland | Spokane |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salk Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.2 vs 40.5).
- •Salk Middle School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 36%).
- •Salk Middle School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 48%).
- •Chief Joseph Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.4% vs 62.2%).
- •Salk Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 18.8).
- •Chief Joseph Middle School is the larger school with 659 students compared with 658.
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 Chief Joseph Middle School better than Salk Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Salk Middle School ranks higher (50.2 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 Chief Joseph Middle School and Salk Middle School?
About 210 km in a straight line, between Richland and Spokane in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chief Joseph Middle School: 659. Salk Middle School: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chief Joseph Middle School and Salk Middle School rank in Washington?
Chief Joseph Middle School is 267th of 363 and Salk Middle School is 210th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).