Romig Middle School vs West High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alaska, United States, 317 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Romig Middle School
Anchorage · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,138 students
West High School
Anchorage · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,702 students
| Measure | Romig Middle School Anchorage, Alaska | West High School Anchorage, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #12 of 31 | #26 of 49 |
| National rank | #8515 of 15,369 | #12147 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,138 | 1,702 |
| Enrollment | 1,138 | 1,702 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.2% | 37.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 28% |
| city | Anchorage | Anchorage |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Romig Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.0 vs 35.3).
- •Romig Middle School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 28%).
- •Romig Middle School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 35%).
- •West High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.7% vs 39.2%).
- •Romig Middle School does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 22.1).
- •West High School is the larger school with 1,702 students compared with 1,138.
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 Romig Middle School better than West High School?
On the Success Index (US), Romig Middle School ranks higher (46.0 vs 35.3 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 Romig Middle School and West High School?
About 317 m in a straight line, between Anchorage and Anchorage in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Romig Middle School: 1,138. West High School: 1,702. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Romig Middle School and West High School rank in Alaska?
Romig Middle School is 12th of 31 and West High School is 26th of 49 among middle schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).