First Creek Middle School vs Lister Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 803 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
First Creek Middle School
Tacoma · Public middle · Grades 6–8
584 students
Lister Elementary School
Tacoma · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
376 students
| Measure | First Creek Middle School Tacoma, Washington | Lister Elementary School Tacoma, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #352 of 363 | #987 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #13985 of 15,369 | #35647 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 584 | 376 |
| Enrollment | 584 | 376 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.1% | 78.7% |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 37% |
| city | Tacoma | Tacoma |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lister Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.4 vs 18.7).
- •Lister Elementary School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Lister Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 35%).
- •First Creek Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.1% vs 78.7%).
- •Lister Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 20.1).
- •First Creek Middle School is the larger school with 584 students compared with 376.
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 First Creek Middle School better than Lister Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Lister Elementary School ranks higher (34.4 vs 18.7 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 First Creek Middle School and Lister Elementary School?
About 803 m in a straight line, between Tacoma and Tacoma in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
First Creek Middle School: 584. Lister Elementary School: 376. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do First Creek Middle School and Lister Elementary School rank in Washington?
First Creek Middle School is 352nd of 363 and Lister Elementary School is 987th of 1,154 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).