Chinook Middle School vs North Thurston High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 438 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chinook Middle School
Lacey · Public middle · Grades 6–8
746 students
North Thurston High School
Lacey · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,378 students
| Measure | Chinook Middle School Lacey, Washington | North Thurston High School Lacey, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #209 of 363 | #130 of 333 |
| National rank | #7567 of 15,369 | #6240 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 746 | 1,378 |
| Enrollment | 746 | 1,378 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.5% | 50.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 21.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 48% |
| city | Lacey | Lacey |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Thurston High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.3 vs 50.4).
- •North Thurston High School does better on math proficiency (48% vs 43%).
- •North Thurston High School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 58%).
- •North Thurston High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.2% vs 55.5%).
- •Chinook Middle School does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 21.5).
- •North Thurston High School is the larger school with 1,378 students compared with 746.
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 Chinook Middle School better than North Thurston High School?
On the Success Index (US), North Thurston High School ranks higher (58.3 vs 50.4 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 Chinook Middle School and North Thurston High School?
About 438 m in a straight line, between Lacey and Lacey in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chinook Middle School: 746. North Thurston High School: 1,378. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chinook Middle School and North Thurston High School rank in Washington?
Chinook Middle School is 209th of 363 and North Thurston High School is 130th of 333 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).