Riverdale Ridge High School vs Rodger Quist Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 265 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Riverdale Ridge High School
Thornton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,784 students
Rodger Quist Middle School
Thornton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
855 students
| Measure | Riverdale Ridge High School Thornton, Colorado | Rodger Quist Middle School Thornton, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #162 of 307 | #163 of 262 |
| National rank | #9293 of 16,910 | #10652 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,784 | 855 |
| Enrollment | 1,784 | 855 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.2% | 38.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 39% |
| Math proficiency | – | 24% |
| city | Thornton | Thornton |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Riverdale Ridge High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.6 vs 36.0).
- •Rodger Quist Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.6% vs 39.2%).
- •Rodger Quist Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 21.8).
- •Riverdale Ridge High School is the larger school with 1,784 students compared with 855.
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 Riverdale Ridge High School better than Rodger Quist Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Riverdale Ridge High School ranks higher (46.6 vs 36.0 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 Riverdale Ridge High School and Rodger Quist Middle School?
About 265 m in a straight line, between Thornton and Thornton in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Riverdale Ridge High School: 1,784. Rodger Quist Middle School: 855. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Riverdale Ridge High School and Rodger Quist Middle School rank in Colorado?
Riverdale Ridge High School is 162nd of 307 and Rodger Quist Middle School is 163rd of 262 among high schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).