Edison Elementary School vs Highlands Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edison Elementary School
Kennewick · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
378 students
Highlands Middle School
Kennewick · Public middle · Grades 6–8
745 students
| Measure | Edison Elementary School Kennewick, Washington | Highlands Middle School Kennewick, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1077 of 1,154 | #334 of 363 |
| National rank | #40077 of 50,301 | #12391 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 378 | 745 |
| Enrollment | 378 | 745 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.9% | 76.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 26% |
| city | Kennewick | Kennewick |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (27.5 vs 27.5).
- •Highlands Middle School does better on math proficiency (26% vs 22%).
- •Highlands Middle School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 27%).
- •Edison Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.9% vs 76.5%).
- •Edison Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 17.7).
- •Highlands Middle School is the larger school with 745 students compared with 378.
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 Edison Elementary School better than Highlands Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Edison Elementary School and Highlands Middle School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Kennewick and Kennewick in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edison Elementary School: 378. Highlands Middle School: 745. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edison Elementary School and Highlands Middle School rank in Washington?
Edison Elementary School is 1077th of 1,154 and Highlands Middle School is 334th of 363 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).