First Creek Middle School vs Sylvester Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 28 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
First Creek Middle School
Tacoma · Public middle · Grades 6–8
584 students
Sylvester Middle School
Burien · Public middle · Grades 6–8
582 students
| Measure | First Creek Middle School Tacoma, Washington | Sylvester Middle School Burien, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #352 of 363 | #262 of 363 |
| National rank | #13985 of 15,369 | #9571 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 584 | 582 |
| Enrollment | 584 | 582 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.1% | 49.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 34% |
| city | Tacoma | Burien |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sylvester Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.2 vs 18.7).
- •Sylvester Middle School does better on math proficiency (34% vs 17%).
- •Sylvester Middle School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 35%).
- •Sylvester Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.5% vs 78.1%).
- •Sylvester Middle School does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 20.1).
- •First Creek Middle School is the larger school with 584 students compared with 582.
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 First Creek Middle School better than Sylvester Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Sylvester Middle School ranks higher (41.2 vs 18.7 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 First Creek Middle School and Sylvester Middle School?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Tacoma and Burien in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
First Creek Middle School: 584. Sylvester Middle School: 582. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do First Creek Middle School and Sylvester Middle School rank in Washington?
First Creek Middle School is 352nd of 363 and Sylvester Middle School is 262nd of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).