Nisqually Middle School vs River Ridge High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nisqually Middle School
Lacey · Public middle · Grades 6–8
789 students
River Ridge High School
Lacey · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,547 students
| Measure | Nisqually Middle School Lacey, Washington | River Ridge High School Lacey, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #223 of 363 | #133 of 333 |
| National rank | #8195 of 15,369 | #6342 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 789 | 1,547 |
| Enrollment | 789 | 1,547 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.3% | 46.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 42% |
| city | Lacey | Lacey |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River Ridge High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.9 vs 47.5).
- •River Ridge High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 41%).
- •River Ridge High School does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 51%).
- •River Ridge High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.9% vs 51.3%).
- •Nisqually Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 20.4).
- •River Ridge High School is the larger school with 1,547 students compared with 789.
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 Nisqually Middle School better than River Ridge High School?
On the Success Index (US), River Ridge High School ranks higher (57.9 vs 47.5 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 Nisqually Middle School and River Ridge High School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Lacey and Lacey in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nisqually Middle School: 789. River Ridge High School: 1,547. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nisqually Middle School and River Ridge High School rank in Washington?
Nisqually Middle School is 223rd of 363 and River Ridge High School is 133rd of 333 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).