Gray Middle School vs Lochburn Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gray Middle School
Tacoma · Public middle · Grades 6–8
510 students
Lochburn Middle School
Lakewood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
497 students
| Measure | Gray Middle School Tacoma, Washington | Lochburn Middle School Lakewood, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #345 of 363 | #343 of 363 |
| National rank | #13159 of 15,369 | #13121 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 510 | 497 |
| Enrollment | 510 | 497 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.7% | 82.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 22% |
| city | Tacoma | Lakewood |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.3 vs 23.5).
- •Gray Middle School does better on math proficiency (26% vs 22%).
- •Gray Middle School does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 33%).
- •Gray Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.7% vs 82.7%).
- •Lochburn Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 18.9).
- •Gray Middle School is the larger school with 510 students compared with 497.
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 Gray Middle School better than Lochburn Middle 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 Gray Middle School and Lochburn Middle School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Tacoma and Lakewood in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gray Middle School: 510. Lochburn Middle School: 497. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gray Middle School and Lochburn Middle School rank in Washington?
Gray Middle School is 345th of 363 and Lochburn Middle School is 343rd of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).