Pauline Flett Middle School vs Shuksan Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 390 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pauline Flett Middle School
Spokane · Public middle · Grades 6–8
609 students
Shuksan Middle School
Bellingham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
606 students
| Measure | Pauline Flett Middle School Spokane, Washington | Shuksan Middle School Bellingham, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #291 of 363 | #263 of 363 |
| National rank | #10638 of 15,369 | #9609 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 609 | 606 |
| Enrollment | 609 | 606 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.8% | 52.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 44% |
| Math proficiency | – | 34% |
| city | Spokane | Bellingham |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shuksan Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.0 vs 36.1).
- •Shuksan Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.1% vs 60.8%).
- •Shuksan Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 17.9).
- •Pauline Flett Middle School is the larger school with 609 students compared with 606.
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 Pauline Flett Middle School better than Shuksan Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Shuksan Middle School ranks higher (41.0 vs 36.1 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 Pauline Flett Middle School and Shuksan Middle School?
About 390 km in a straight line, between Spokane and Bellingham in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pauline Flett Middle School: 609. Shuksan Middle School: 606. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pauline Flett Middle School and Shuksan Middle School rank in Washington?
Pauline Flett Middle School is 291st of 363 and Shuksan Middle School is 263rd of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).