Freeman Middle School vs Walter Strom Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 287 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Freeman Middle School
Rockford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
201 students
Walter Strom Middle School
Cle Elum · Public middle · Grades 6–8
206 students
| Measure | Freeman Middle School Rockford, Washington | Walter Strom Middle School Cle Elum, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #78 of 363 | #133 of 363 |
| National rank | #3359 of 15,369 | #5326 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 201 | 206 |
| Enrollment | 201 | 206 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.9% | 39.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 47% |
| city | Rockford | Cle Elum |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Freeman Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.9 vs 60.8).
- •Freeman Middle School does better on math proficiency (54% vs 47%).
- •Freeman Middle School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Freeman Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.9% vs 39.8%).
- •Walter Strom Middle School does better on students per teacher (20.6 vs 22.3).
- •Walter Strom Middle School is the larger school with 206 students compared with 201.
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 Freeman Middle School better than Walter Strom Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Freeman Middle School ranks higher (69.9 vs 60.8 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 Freeman Middle School and Walter Strom Middle School?
About 287 km in a straight line, between Rockford and Cle Elum in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Freeman Middle School: 201. Walter Strom Middle School: 206. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Freeman Middle School and Walter Strom Middle School rank in Washington?
Freeman Middle School is 78th of 363 and Walter Strom Middle School is 133rd of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).