Goldendale Middle School vs Pioneer Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 232 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Goldendale Middle School
Goldendale · Public middle · Grades 5–8
255 students
Pioneer Middle School
Shelton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
250 students
| Measure | Goldendale Middle School Goldendale, Washington | Pioneer Middle School Shelton, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #302 of 363 | #219 of 363 |
| National rank | #10986 of 15,369 | #8026 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 255 | 250 |
| Enrollment | 255 | 250 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.2% | 64% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 35% |
| city | Goldendale | Shelton |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pioneer Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.3 vs 34.4).
- •Pioneer Middle School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 32%).
- •Pioneer Middle School does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 46%).
- •Pioneer Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64% vs 68.2%).
- •Pioneer Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 19.6).
- •Goldendale Middle School is the larger school with 255 students compared with 250.
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 Goldendale Middle School better than Pioneer Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Pioneer Middle School ranks higher (48.3 vs 34.4 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 Goldendale Middle School and Pioneer Middle School?
About 232 km in a straight line, between Goldendale and Shelton in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Goldendale Middle School: 255. Pioneer Middle School: 250. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Goldendale Middle School and Pioneer Middle School rank in Washington?
Goldendale Middle School is 302nd of 363 and Pioneer Middle School is 219th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).