Central Kitsap High School vs Ridgetop Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Kitsap High School
Silverdale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,564 students
Ridgetop Middle School
Silverdale · Public middle · Grades 6–8
784 students
| Measure | Central Kitsap High School Silverdale, Washington | Ridgetop Middle School Silverdale, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #60 of 333 | #114 of 363 |
| National rank | #3727 of 16,910 | #4554 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,564 | 784 |
| Enrollment | 1,564 | 784 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.8% | 38.4% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 57% |
| city | Silverdale | Silverdale |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Kitsap High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.3 vs 64.2).
- •Ridgetop Middle School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 56%).
- •Central Kitsap High School does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 63%).
- •Central Kitsap High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.8% vs 38.4%).
- •Ridgetop Middle School does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 23.0).
- •Central Kitsap High School is the larger school with 1,564 students compared with 784.
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 Central Kitsap High School better than Ridgetop Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Kitsap High School ranks higher (68.3 vs 64.2 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 Central Kitsap High School and Ridgetop Middle School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Silverdale and Silverdale in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Kitsap High School: 1,564. Ridgetop Middle School: 784. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Kitsap High School and Ridgetop Middle School rank in Washington?
Central Kitsap High School is 60th of 333 and Ridgetop Middle School is 114th of 363 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).