Fairhaven Middle School vs Highland Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 124 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairhaven Middle School
Bellingham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
588 students
Highland Middle School
Bellevue · Public middle · Grades 6–8
589 students
| Measure | Fairhaven Middle School Bellingham, Washington | Highland Middle School Bellevue, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #79 of 363 | #215 of 363 |
| National rank | #3380 of 15,369 | #7880 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 588 | 589 |
| Enrollment | 588 | 589 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.8% | 60.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 41% |
| city | Bellingham | Bellevue |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairhaven Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.8 vs 48.9).
- •Fairhaven Middle School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 41%).
- •Fairhaven Middle School does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 54%).
- •Fairhaven Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.8% vs 60.6%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 18.4).
- •Highland Middle School is the larger school with 589 students compared with 588.
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 Fairhaven Middle School better than Highland Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Fairhaven Middle School ranks higher (69.8 vs 48.9 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 Fairhaven Middle School and Highland Middle School?
About 124 km in a straight line, between Bellingham and Bellevue in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairhaven Middle School: 588. Highland Middle School: 589. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairhaven Middle School and Highland Middle School rank in Washington?
Fairhaven Middle School is 79th of 363 and Highland Middle School is 215th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).