Marcus Whitman Middle School vs South Kitsap High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marcus Whitman Middle School
Port Orchard · Public middle · Grades 6–8
623 students
South Kitsap High School
Port Orchard · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,448 students
| Measure | Marcus Whitman Middle School Port Orchard, Washington | South Kitsap High School Port Orchard, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #203 of 363 | #206 of 333 |
| National rank | #7392 of 15,369 | #8639 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 623 | 2,448 |
| Enrollment | 623 | 2,448 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.9% | 43.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 20.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 30% |
| city | Port Orchard | Port Orchard |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marcus Whitman Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.2 vs 49.1).
- •Marcus Whitman Middle School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 30%).
- •South Kitsap High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •South Kitsap High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.5% vs 59.9%).
- •Marcus Whitman Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 20.2).
- •South Kitsap High School is the larger school with 2,448 students compared with 623.
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 Marcus Whitman Middle School better than South Kitsap High School?
On the Success Index (US), Marcus Whitman Middle School ranks higher (51.2 vs 49.1 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 Marcus Whitman Middle School and South Kitsap High School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Port Orchard and Port Orchard in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marcus Whitman Middle School: 623. South Kitsap High School: 2,448. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marcus Whitman Middle School and South Kitsap High School rank in Washington?
Marcus Whitman Middle School is 203rd of 363 and South Kitsap High School is 206th of 333 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).