Middle College High School vs Rainier Beach High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Washington, United States, 370 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Middle College High School
Seattle · Public high · Grades 9–12
93 students
Rainier Beach High School
Seattle · Public high · Grades 9–12
854 students
| Measure | Middle College High School Seattle, Washington | Rainier Beach High School Seattle, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #169 of 333 | #292 of 333 |
| National rank | #7271 of 16,910 | #12497 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 93 | 854 |
| Enrollment | 93 | 854 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.3% | 66.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 19.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 27% |
| city | Seattle | Seattle |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Middle College High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.2 vs 33.7).
- •Rainier Beach High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 24.5%).
- •Middle College High School does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 52%).
- •Middle College High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.3% vs 66.9%).
- •Middle College High School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 19.9).
- •Rainier Beach High School is the larger school with 854 students compared with 93.
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 Middle College High School better than Rainier Beach High School?
On the Success Index (US), Middle College High School ranks higher (54.2 vs 33.7 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 Middle College High School and Rainier Beach High School?
About 370 m in a straight line, between Seattle and Seattle in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Middle College High School: 93. Rainier Beach High School: 854. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Middle College High School and Rainier Beach High School rank in Washington?
Middle College High School is 169th of 333 and Rainier Beach High School is 292nd of 333 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).