Frontier Middle School vs Park Orchard Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frontier Middle School
Moses Lake · Public middle · Grades 6–8
690 students
Park Orchard Elementary School
Moses Lake · Public elementary · Grades K–5
454 students
| Measure | Frontier Middle School Moses Lake, Washington | Park Orchard Elementary School Moses Lake, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #256 of 363 | #882 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #9315 of 15,369 | #30773 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 690 | 454 |
| Enrollment | 690 | 454 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.7% | 64.3% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 47% |
| city | Moses Lake | Moses Lake |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (42.3 vs 41.8).
- •Park Orchard Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 39%).
- •Frontier Middle School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 46%).
- •Frontier Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.7% vs 64.3%).
- •Park Orchard Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.9 vs 20.9).
- •Frontier Middle School is the larger school with 690 students compared with 454.
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 Frontier Middle School better than Park Orchard Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Frontier Middle School and Park Orchard Elementary School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Moses Lake and Moses Lake in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frontier Middle School: 690. Park Orchard Elementary School: 454. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frontier Middle School and Park Orchard Elementary School rank in Washington?
Frontier Middle School is 256th of 363 and Park Orchard Elementary School is 882nd of 1,154 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).