Pacific Middle School vs Parkside Elementary
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.
Pacific Middle School
Des Moines · Public middle · Grades 6–8
604 students
Parkside Elementary
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
535 students
| Measure | Pacific Middle School Des Moines, Washington | Parkside Elementary Des Moines, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #244 of 363 | #878 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #8969 of 15,369 | #30716 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 604 | 535 |
| Enrollment | 604 | 535 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.3% | 80.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 47% |
| city | Des Moines | Des Moines |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pacific Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.9 vs 41.9).
- •Parkside Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 38%).
- •Pacific Middle School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 53%).
- •Pacific Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.3% vs 80.2%).
- •Pacific Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.9 vs 19.1).
- •Pacific Middle School is the larger school with 604 students compared with 535.
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 Pacific Middle School better than Parkside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Pacific Middle School ranks higher (43.9 vs 41.9 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 Pacific Middle School and Parkside Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Des Moines and Des Moines in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pacific Middle School: 604. Parkside Elementary: 535. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pacific Middle School and Parkside Elementary rank in Washington?
Pacific Middle School is 244th of 363 and Parkside Elementary is 878th of 1,154 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).