Chinook Middle School vs Kirkland Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 85 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chinook Middle School
Lacey · Public middle · Grades 6–8
746 students
Kirkland Middle School
Kirkland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
746 students
| Measure | Chinook Middle School Lacey, Washington | Kirkland Middle School Kirkland, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 85 Top 10% |
| State rank | #209 of 363 | #4 of 363 |
| National rank | #7567 of 15,369 | #816 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 746 | 746 |
| Enrollment | 746 | 746 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.5% | 12.3% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 20.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 84% |
| city | Lacey | Kirkland |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kirkland Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.5 vs 50.4).
- •Kirkland Middle School does better on math proficiency (84% vs 43%).
- •Kirkland Middle School does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 58%).
- •Kirkland Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.3% vs 55.5%).
- •Chinook Middle School does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 20.2).
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 Kirkland Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Kirkland Middle School ranks higher (84.5 vs 50.4 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 Kirkland Middle School?
About 85 km in a straight line, between Lacey and Kirkland in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chinook Middle School: 746. Kirkland Middle School: 746. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chinook Middle School and Kirkland Middle School rank in Washington?
Chinook Middle School is 209th of 363 and Kirkland Middle School is 4th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).