Columbia High School vs Finley Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 5.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbia High School
Burbank · Public high · Grades 9–12
235 students
Finley Middle School
Kennewick · Public middle · Grades 6–8
204 students
| Measure | Columbia High School Burbank, Washington | Finley Middle School Kennewick, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #286 of 333 | #326 of 363 |
| National rank | #12191 of 16,910 | #11896 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 235 | 204 |
| Enrollment | 235 | 204 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.9% | 72.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 54.5% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 22% |
| city | Burbank | Kennewick |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Columbia High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.0 vs 30.1).
- •Finley Middle School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 15%).
- •Columbia High School does better on reading proficiency (54.5% vs 47%).
- •Columbia High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.9% vs 72.5%).
- •Columbia High School does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 20.4).
- •Columbia High School is the larger school with 235 students compared with 204.
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 Columbia High School better than Finley Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Columbia High School ranks higher (35.0 vs 30.1 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 Columbia High School and Finley Middle School?
About 5.4 km in a straight line, between Burbank and Kennewick in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbia High School: 235. Finley Middle School: 204. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbia High School and Finley Middle School rank in Washington?
Columbia High School is 286th of 333 and Finley Middle School is 326th of 363 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).