Ephrata Middle School vs Parkway School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 865 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ephrata Middle School
Ephrata · Public middle · Grades 7–8
461 students
Parkway School
Ephrata · Public middle · Grades 5–6
407 students
| Measure | Ephrata Middle School Ephrata, Washington | Parkway School Ephrata, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #161 of 363 | #118 of 363 |
| National rank | #6082 of 15,369 | #4802 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 461 | 407 |
| Enrollment | 461 | 407 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.5% | 59.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 67% |
| city | Ephrata | Ephrata |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkway School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.1 vs 57.2).
- •Parkway School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 53%).
- •Ephrata Middle School does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 64%).
- •Ephrata Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.5% vs 59.2%).
- •Parkway School does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 21.0).
- •Ephrata Middle School is the larger school with 461 students compared with 407.
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 Ephrata Middle School better than Parkway School?
On the Success Index (US), Parkway School ranks higher (63.1 vs 57.2 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 Ephrata Middle School and Parkway School?
About 865 m in a straight line, between Ephrata and Ephrata in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ephrata Middle School: 461. Parkway School: 407. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ephrata Middle School and Parkway School rank in Washington?
Ephrata Middle School is 161st of 363 and Parkway School is 118th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).