Highland Middle School vs Mount Baker Junior High
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 264 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Middle School
Cowiche · Public middle · Grades 6–8
243 students
Mount Baker Junior High
Deming · Public middle · Grades 7–8
244 students
| Measure | Highland Middle School Cowiche, Washington | Mount Baker Junior High Deming, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #237 of 363 | #290 of 363 |
| National rank | #8690 of 15,369 | #10608 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 243 | 244 |
| Enrollment | 243 | 244 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.5% | 60.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 30% |
| city | Cowiche | Deming |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.1 vs 36.2).
- •Highland Middle School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 30%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 46%).
- •Mount Baker Junior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.2% vs 76.5%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 18.8).
- •Mount Baker Junior High is the larger school with 244 students compared with 243.
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 Middle School better than Mount Baker Junior High?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Middle School ranks higher (45.1 vs 36.2 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 Middle School and Mount Baker Junior High?
About 264 km in a straight line, between Cowiche and Deming in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Middle School: 243. Mount Baker Junior High: 244. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Middle School and Mount Baker Junior High rank in Washington?
Highland Middle School is 237th of 363 and Mount Baker Junior High is 290th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).