Nisqually Middle School vs Salish Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 3.8 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
Salish Middle School
Lacey · Public middle · Grades 6–8
745 students
| Measure | Nisqually Middle School Lacey, Washington | Salish Middle School Lacey, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #223 of 363 | #142 of 363 |
| National rank | #8195 of 15,369 | #5688 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 789 | 745 |
| Enrollment | 789 | 745 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.3% | 48.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 50% |
| city | Lacey | Lacey |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salish Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.1 vs 47.5).
- •Salish Middle School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 41%).
- •Salish Middle School does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 51%).
- •Salish Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.3% vs 51.3%).
- •Nisqually Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 19.1).
- •Nisqually Middle School is the larger school with 789 students compared with 745.
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 Salish Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Salish Middle School ranks higher (59.1 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 Salish Middle School?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Lacey and Lacey in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nisqually Middle School: 789. Salish Middle School: 745. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nisqually Middle School and Salish Middle School rank in Washington?
Nisqually Middle School is 223rd of 363 and Salish Middle School is 142nd of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).