Riser Middle School vs West Ridge Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Louisiana, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Riser Middle School
West Monroe · Public middle · Grades 6–8
410 students
West Ridge Middle School
West Monroe · Public middle · Grades 6–8
681 students
| Measure | Riser Middle School West Monroe, Louisiana | West Ridge Middle School West Monroe, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #154 of 218 | #22 of 218 |
| National rank | #6116 of 15,369 | #1061 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 410 | 681 |
| Enrollment | 410 | 681 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81% | 41.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 91% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 86% |
| city | West Monroe | West Monroe |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Ridge Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.9 vs 57.1).
- •West Ridge Middle School does better on math proficiency (86% vs 50%).
- •West Ridge Middle School does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 62%).
- •West Ridge Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.1% vs 81%).
- •Riser Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 15.5).
- •West Ridge Middle School is the larger school with 681 students compared with 410.
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 Riser Middle School better than West Ridge Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), West Ridge Middle School ranks higher (82.9 vs 57.1 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 Riser Middle School and West Ridge Middle School?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between West Monroe and West Monroe in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Riser Middle School: 410. West Ridge Middle School: 681. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Riser Middle School and West Ridge Middle School rank in Louisiana?
Riser Middle School is 154th of 218 and West Ridge Middle School is 22nd of 218 among middle schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).