Chinook Middle School vs Highlands 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.
Chinook Middle School
Kennewick · Public middle · Grades 6–8
950 students
Highlands Middle School
Kennewick · Public middle · Grades 6–8
745 students
| Measure | Chinook Middle School Kennewick, Washington | Highlands Middle School Kennewick, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #163 of 363 | #334 of 363 |
| National rank | #6210 of 15,369 | #12391 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 950 | 745 |
| Enrollment | 950 | 745 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.3% | 76.5% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 26% |
| city | Kennewick | Kennewick |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chinook Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.6 vs 27.5).
- •Chinook Middle School does better on math proficiency (45% vs 26%).
- •Chinook Middle School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 41%).
- •Chinook Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.3% vs 76.5%).
- •Highlands Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 22.6).
- •Chinook Middle School is the larger school with 950 students compared with 745.
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 Chinook Middle School better than Highlands Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Chinook Middle School ranks higher (56.6 vs 27.5 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 Chinook Middle School and Highlands Middle School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Kennewick and Kennewick in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chinook Middle School: 950. Highlands Middle School: 745. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chinook Middle School and Highlands Middle School rank in Washington?
Chinook Middle School is 163rd of 363 and Highlands Middle School is 334th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).