Explorer Middle School vs Horizon Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Explorer Middle School
Everett · Public middle · Grades 6–8
777 students
Horizon Elementary
Everett · Public elementary · Grades K–5
550 students
| Measure | Explorer Middle School Everett, Washington | Horizon Elementary Everett, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #258 of 363 | #1021 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #9443 of 15,369 | #37277 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 777 | 550 |
| Enrollment | 777 | 550 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.9% | 74.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 33% |
| city | Everett | Everett |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Explorer Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.7 vs 31.9).
- •Explorer Middle School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 33%).
- •Explorer Middle School does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 35%).
- •Explorer Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.9% vs 74.5%).
- •Horizon Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 18.5).
- •Explorer Middle School is the larger school with 777 students compared with 550.
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 Explorer Middle School better than Horizon Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Explorer Middle School ranks higher (41.7 vs 31.9 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 Explorer Middle School and Horizon Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Everett and Everett in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Explorer Middle School: 777. Horizon Elementary: 550. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Explorer Middle School and Horizon Elementary rank in Washington?
Explorer Middle School is 258th of 363 and Horizon Elementary is 1021st of 1,154 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).