Mount Rainier High School vs Pacific Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 359 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mount Rainier High School
Des Moines · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,846 students
Pacific Middle School
Des Moines · Public middle · Grades 6–8
604 students
| Measure | Mount Rainier High School Des Moines, Washington | Pacific Middle School Des Moines, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #229 of 333 | #244 of 363 |
| National rank | #9548 of 16,910 | #8969 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,846 | 604 |
| Enrollment | 1,846 | 604 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.8% | 74.3% |
| Students per teacher | 24.3 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 38% |
| city | Des Moines | Des Moines |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mount Rainier High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.6 vs 43.9).
- •Pacific Middle School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 36%).
- •Mount Rainier High School does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 60%).
- •Mount Rainier High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.8% vs 74.3%).
- •Pacific Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.9 vs 24.3).
- •Mount Rainier High School is the larger school with 1,846 students compared with 604.
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 Mount Rainier High School better than Pacific Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Mount Rainier High School ranks higher (45.6 vs 43.9 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 Mount Rainier High School and Pacific Middle School?
About 359 m in a straight line, between Des Moines and Des Moines in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mount Rainier High School: 1,846. Pacific Middle School: 604. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mount Rainier High School and Pacific Middle School rank in Washington?
Mount Rainier High School is 229th of 333 and Pacific Middle School is 244th of 363 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).