Lathrop High School vs Ryan Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alaska, United States, 115 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lathrop High School
Fairbanks · Public high · Grades 9–12
788 students
Ryan Middle School
Fairbanks · Public middle · Grades 6–8
463 students
| Measure | Lathrop High School Fairbanks, Alaska | Ryan Middle School Fairbanks, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #25 of 49 | #20 of 31 |
| National rank | #11479 of 16,910 | #11341 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 788 | 463 |
| Enrollment | 788 | 463 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.2% | 48.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 28% |
| city | Fairbanks | Fairbanks |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lathrop High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.9 vs 32.8).
- •Lathrop High School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 28%).
- •Ryan Middle School does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 26%).
- •Lathrop High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.2% vs 48.6%).
- •Ryan Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 17.5).
- •Lathrop High School is the larger school with 788 students compared with 463.
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 Lathrop High School better than Ryan Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lathrop High School ranks higher (37.9 vs 32.8 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 Lathrop High School and Ryan Middle School?
About 115 m in a straight line, between Fairbanks and Fairbanks in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lathrop High School: 788. Ryan Middle School: 463. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lathrop High School and Ryan Middle School rank in Alaska?
Lathrop High School is 25th of 49 and Ryan Middle School is 20th of 31 among high schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).