Highlands Middle School vs Laurin Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 268 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highlands Middle School
Kennewick · Public middle · Grades 6–8
745 students
Laurin Middle School
Vancouver · Public middle · Grades 5–8
745 students
| Measure | Highlands Middle School Kennewick, Washington | Laurin Middle School Vancouver, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #334 of 363 | #249 of 363 |
| National rank | #12391 of 15,369 | #9084 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 745 | 745 |
| Enrollment | 745 | 745 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.5% | 54.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 33% |
| city | Kennewick | Vancouver |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Laurin Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.4 vs 27.5).
- •Laurin Middle School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 26%).
- •Laurin Middle School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 41%).
- •Laurin Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.6% vs 76.5%).
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 Middle School better than Laurin Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Laurin Middle School ranks higher (43.4 vs 27.5 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 Middle School and Laurin Middle School?
About 268 km in a straight line, between Kennewick and Vancouver in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highlands Middle School: 745. Laurin Middle School: 745. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highlands Middle School and Laurin Middle School rank in Washington?
Highlands Middle School is 334th of 363 and Laurin Middle School is 249th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).