Dimmitt Middle School vs Showalter Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dimmitt Middle School
Seattle · Public middle · Grades 6–8
605 students
Showalter Middle School
Seattle · Public middle · Grades 6–8
651 students
| Measure | Dimmitt Middle School Seattle, Washington | Showalter Middle School Seattle, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #288 of 363 | #341 of 363 |
| National rank | #10562 of 15,369 | #13005 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 605 | 651 |
| Enrollment | 605 | 651 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.3% | 75.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 21.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 28% |
| city | Seattle | Seattle |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dimmitt Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.4 vs 24.2).
- •Dimmitt Middle School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 28%).
- •Dimmitt Middle School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Dimmitt Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.3% vs 75.4%).
- •Dimmitt Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 21.0).
- •Showalter Middle School is the larger school with 651 students compared with 605.
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 Dimmitt Middle School better than Showalter Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Dimmitt Middle School ranks higher (36.4 vs 24.2 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 Dimmitt Middle School and Showalter Middle School?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Seattle and Seattle in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dimmitt Middle School: 605. Showalter Middle School: 651. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dimmitt Middle School and Showalter Middle School rank in Washington?
Dimmitt Middle School is 288th of 363 and Showalter Middle School is 341st of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).