Highland Middle School vs Salk Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 3.9 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
Salk Middle School
Spokane · Public middle · Grades 6–8
658 students
| Measure | Highland Middle School Spokane, Washington | Salk Middle School Spokane, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #140 of 363 | #210 of 363 |
| National rank | #5652 of 15,369 | #7616 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 704 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 704 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.8% | 62.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 59% |
| Math proficiency | – | 42% |
| city | Spokane | Spokane |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.2 vs 50.2).
- •Highland Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.8% vs 62.2%).
- •Salk Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 17.6).
- •Highland Middle School is the larger school with 704 students compared with 658.
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 Salk Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Middle School ranks higher (59.2 vs 50.2 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 Salk Middle School?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between Spokane and Spokane in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Middle School: 704. Salk Middle School: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Middle School and Salk Middle School rank in Washington?
Highland Middle School is 140th of 363 and Salk Middle School is 210th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).