Garrison Middle School vs Pioneer Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garrison Middle School
Walla Walla · Public middle · Grades 6–8
546 students
Pioneer Middle School
Walla Walla · Public middle · Grades 6–8
601 students
| Measure | Garrison Middle School Walla Walla, Washington | Pioneer Middle School Walla Walla, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #230 of 363 | #286 of 363 |
| National rank | #8402 of 15,369 | #10438 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 546 | 601 |
| Enrollment | 546 | 601 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.8% | 66.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 36% |
| city | Walla Walla | Walla Walla |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Garrison Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.5 vs 37.1).
- •Garrison Middle School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 36%).
- •Garrison Middle School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 47%).
- •Pioneer Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.2% vs 66.8%).
- •Garrison Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 19.4).
- •Pioneer Middle School is the larger school with 601 students compared with 546.
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 Garrison Middle School better than Pioneer Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Garrison Middle School ranks higher (46.5 vs 37.1 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 Garrison Middle School and Pioneer Middle School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Walla Walla and Walla Walla in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garrison Middle School: 546. Pioneer Middle School: 601. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garrison Middle School and Pioneer Middle School rank in Washington?
Garrison Middle School is 230th of 363 and Pioneer Middle School is 286th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).