Dayton Middle School vs Lind Ritzville Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 88 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dayton Middle School
Dayton ยท Public middle ยท Grades 6โ8
93 students
Lind Ritzville Middle School
Lind ยท Public middle ยท Grades 6โ8
89 students
| Measure | Dayton Middle School Dayton, Washington | Lind Ritzville Middle School Lind, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #102 of 363 | #105 of 363 |
| National rank | #4017 of 15,369 | #4126 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6โ8 | Grades 6โ8 |
| Students | 93 | 89 |
| Enrollment | 93 | 89 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.5% | 42.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 44.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 57% |
| city | Dayton | Lind |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขBoth schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (66.9 vs 66.3).
- โขDayton Middle School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- โขLind Ritzville Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.7% vs 49.5%).
- โขDayton Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 44.5).
- โขDayton Middle School is the larger school with 93 students compared with 89.
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 Dayton Middle School better than Lind Ritzville Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Dayton Middle School and Lind Ritzville Middle School?
About 88 km in a straight line, between Dayton and Lind in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dayton Middle School: 93. Lind Ritzville Middle School: 89. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dayton Middle School and Lind Ritzville Middle School rank in Washington?
Dayton Middle School is 102nd of 363 and Lind Ritzville Middle School is 105th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).