Highland Elementary vs North Lake Middle 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.
Highland Elementary
Lake Stevens · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
557 students
North Lake Middle School
Lake Stevens · Public middle · Grades 6–7
856 students
| Measure | Highland Elementary Lake Stevens, Washington | North Lake Middle School Lake Stevens, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #223 of 1,154 | #99 of 363 |
| National rank | #7895 of 50,301 | #3956 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–7 |
| Students | 557 | 856 |
| Enrollment | 557 | 856 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.5% | 32.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 53% |
| city | Lake Stevens | Lake Stevens |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.1 vs 67.2).
- •Highland Elementary does better on math proficiency (64% vs 53%).
- •Highland Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 70%).
- •Highland Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.5% vs 32.2%).
- •Highland Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 20.9).
- •North Lake Middle School is the larger school with 856 students compared with 557.
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 Highland Elementary better than North Lake Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Elementary ranks higher (75.1 vs 67.2 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 Highland Elementary and North Lake Middle School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Lake Stevens and Lake Stevens in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Elementary: 557. North Lake Middle School: 856. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Elementary and North Lake Middle School rank in Washington?
Highland Elementary is 223rd of 1,154 and North Lake Middle School is 99th of 363 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).