Highland Middle School vs Nine Mile Falls Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 7.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Middle School
Spokane · Public middle · Grades 6–8
704 students
Nine Mile Falls Elementary
Nine Mile Falls · Public elementary · Grades K–5
136 students
| Measure | Highland Middle School Spokane, Washington | Nine Mile Falls Elementary Nine Mile Falls, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #140 of 363 | #451 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #5652 of 15,369 | #15933 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 704 | 136 |
| Enrollment | 704 | 136 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.8% | 29.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 57% |
| Math proficiency | – | 52% |
| city | Spokane | Nine Mile Falls |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nine Mile Falls Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.3 vs 59.2).
- •Nine Mile Falls Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.4% vs 32.8%).
- •Nine Mile Falls Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 17.6).
- •Highland Middle School is the larger school with 704 students compared with 136.
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 Nine Mile Falls Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Nine Mile Falls Elementary ranks higher (63.3 vs 59.2 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 Nine Mile Falls Elementary?
About 7.4 km in a straight line, between Spokane and Nine Mile Falls in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Middle School: 704. Nine Mile Falls Elementary: 136. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Middle School and Nine Mile Falls Elementary rank in Washington?
Highland Middle School is 140th of 363 and Nine Mile Falls Elementary is 451st of 1,154 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).