Denny Yasuhara Middle School vs Shaw Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Denny Yasuhara Middle School
Spokane · Public middle · Grades 6–8
596 students
Shaw Middle School
Spokane · Public middle · Grades 6–8
693 students
| Measure | Denny Yasuhara Middle School Spokane, Washington | Shaw Middle School Spokane, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #314 of 363 | #342 of 363 |
| National rank | #11547 of 15,369 | #13021 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 596 | 693 |
| Enrollment | 596 | 693 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.7% | 79.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 32% |
| Math proficiency | – | 24% |
| city | Spokane | Spokane |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Denny Yasuhara Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.8 vs 24.1).
- •Shaw Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.2% vs 83.7%).
- •Denny Yasuhara Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 15.4).
- •Shaw Middle School is the larger school with 693 students compared with 596.
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 Denny Yasuhara Middle School better than Shaw Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Denny Yasuhara Middle School ranks higher (31.8 vs 24.1 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 Denny Yasuhara Middle School and Shaw Middle School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Spokane and Spokane in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Denny Yasuhara Middle School: 596. Shaw Middle School: 693. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Denny Yasuhara Middle School and Shaw Middle School rank in Washington?
Denny Yasuhara Middle School is 314th of 363 and Shaw Middle School is 342nd of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).