Highlands Elementary School vs McKnight Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highlands Elementary School
Renton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
386 students
McKnight Middle School
Renton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
811 students
| Measure | Highlands Elementary School Renton, Washington | McKnight Middle School Renton, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #941 of 1,154 | #179 of 363 |
| National rank | #33288 of 50,301 | #6718 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 386 | 811 |
| Enrollment | 386 | 811 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.2% | 49% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 51% |
| city | Renton | Renton |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McKnight Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.3 vs 38.0).
- •McKnight Middle School does better on math proficiency (51% vs 41%).
- •McKnight Middle School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 39%).
- •McKnight Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49% vs 70.2%).
- •Highlands Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 21.3).
- •McKnight Middle School is the larger school with 811 students compared with 386.
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 Highlands Elementary School better than McKnight Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), McKnight Middle School ranks higher (54.3 vs 38.0 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 Highlands Elementary School and McKnight Middle School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Renton and Renton in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highlands Elementary School: 386. McKnight Middle School: 811. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highlands Elementary School and McKnight Middle School rank in Washington?
Highlands Elementary School is 941st of 1,154 and McKnight Middle School is 179th of 363 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).