Highlands Middle School vs Westgate Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.7 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
Westgate Elementary School
Kennewick · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
426 students
| Measure | Highlands Middle School Kennewick, Washington | Westgate Elementary School Kennewick, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #334 of 363 | #947 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #12391 of 15,369 | #33471 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 745 | 426 |
| Enrollment | 745 | 426 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.5% | 84.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 38% |
| city | Kennewick | Kennewick |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Westgate Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.8 vs 27.5).
- •Westgate Elementary School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 26%).
- •Westgate Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 41%).
- •Highlands Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.5% vs 84.3%).
- •Westgate Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 17.7).
- •Highlands Middle School is the larger school with 745 students compared with 426.
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 Westgate Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Westgate Elementary School ranks higher (37.8 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 Westgate Elementary School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Kennewick and Kennewick in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highlands Middle School: 745. Westgate Elementary School: 426. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highlands Middle School and Westgate Elementary School rank in Washington?
Highlands Middle School is 334th of 363 and Westgate Elementary School is 947th of 1,154 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).