Federal Way Public Academy vs Hidden River Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 59 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Federal Way Public Academy
Federal Way · Public middle · Grades 6–10
309 students
Hidden River Middle School
Snohomish · Public middle · Grades 6–8
313 students
| Measure | Federal Way Public Academy Federal Way, Washington | Hidden River Middle School Snohomish, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #69 of 363 | #80 of 363 |
| National rank | #3064 of 15,369 | #3381 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–10 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 309 | 313 |
| Enrollment | 309 | 313 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.4% | 35.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.8 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 57% |
| city | Federal Way | Snohomish |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Federal Way Public Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.3 vs 69.8).
- •Federal Way Public Academy does better on math proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •Federal Way Public Academy does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 70%).
- •Hidden River Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.1% vs 43.4%).
- •Hidden River Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 23.8).
- •Hidden River Middle School is the larger school with 313 students compared with 309.
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 Federal Way Public Academy better than Hidden River Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Federal Way Public Academy ranks higher (71.3 vs 69.8 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 Federal Way Public Academy and Hidden River Middle School?
About 59 km in a straight line, between Federal Way and Snohomish in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Federal Way Public Academy: 309. Hidden River Middle School: 313. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Federal Way Public Academy and Hidden River Middle School rank in Washington?
Federal Way Public Academy is 69th of 363 and Hidden River Middle School is 80th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).