Highland Middle School vs Rainier Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 152 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
Rainier Middle School
Rainier · Public middle · Grades 6–8
241 students
| Measure | Highland Middle School Cowiche, Washington | Rainier Middle School Rainier, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #237 of 363 | #199 of 363 |
| National rank | #8690 of 15,369 | #7177 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 243 | 241 |
| Enrollment | 243 | 241 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.5% | 46.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| city | Cowiche | Rainier |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rainier Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.1 vs 45.1).
- •Rainier Middle School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Rainier Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.9% vs 76.5%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 21.9).
- •Highland Middle School is the larger school with 243 students compared with 241.
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 Rainier Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Rainier Middle School ranks higher (52.1 vs 45.1 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 Highland Middle School and Rainier Middle School?
About 152 km in a straight line, between Cowiche and Rainier in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Middle School: 243. Rainier Middle School: 241. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Middle School and Rainier Middle School rank in Washington?
Highland Middle School is 237th of 363 and Rainier Middle School is 199th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).