Drum Intermediate vs Sunset Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Drum Intermediate
University Pla · Public middle · Grades 5–7
639 students
Sunset Primary
University Place · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
548 students
| Measure | Drum Intermediate University Pla, Washington | Sunset Primary University Place, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #42 of 363 | #301 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #2258 of 15,369 | #10912 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–7 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 639 | 548 |
| Enrollment | 639 | 548 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43% | 37.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 67% |
| city | University Pla | University Place |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Drum Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.5 vs 70.6).
- •Drum Intermediate does better on math proficiency (75% vs 67%).
- •Drum Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 67%).
- •Sunset Primary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.8% vs 43%).
- •Sunset Primary does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 18.8).
- •Drum Intermediate is the larger school with 639 students compared with 548.
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 Drum Intermediate better than Sunset Primary?
On the Success Index (US), Drum Intermediate ranks higher (75.5 vs 70.6 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 Drum Intermediate and Sunset Primary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between University Pla and University Place in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Drum Intermediate: 639. Sunset Primary: 548. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Drum Intermediate and Sunset Primary rank in Washington?
Drum Intermediate is 42nd of 363 and Sunset Primary is 301st of 1,154 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).