Cleveland High School STEM vs Mercer International Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cleveland High School STEM
Seattle · Public high · Grades 9–12
875 students
Mercer International Middle School
Seattle · Public middle · Grades 6–8
753 students
| Measure | Cleveland High School STEM Seattle, Washington | Mercer International Middle School Seattle, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #119 of 333 | #108 of 363 |
| National rank | #5814 of 16,910 | #4462 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 875 | 753 |
| Enrollment | 875 | 753 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.1% | 59.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 61% |
| city | Seattle | Seattle |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mercer International Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.6 vs 59.9).
- •Mercer International Middle School does better on math proficiency (61% vs 50%).
- •Cleveland High School STEM does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 71%).
- •Cleveland High School STEM does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.1% vs 59.8%).
- •Mercer International Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 19.9).
- •Cleveland High School STEM is the larger school with 875 students compared with 753.
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 Cleveland High School STEM better than Mercer International Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Mercer International Middle School ranks higher (64.6 vs 59.9 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 Cleveland High School STEM and Mercer International Middle School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Seattle and Seattle in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cleveland High School STEM: 875. Mercer International Middle School: 753. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cleveland High School STEM and Mercer International Middle School rank in Washington?
Cleveland High School STEM is 119th of 333 and Mercer International Middle School is 108th of 363 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).