Rainier Middle School vs Yelm High School 12
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 8.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rainier Middle School
Rainier · Public middle · Grades 6–8
241 students
Yelm High School 12
Yelm · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,693 students
| Measure | Rainier Middle School Rainier, Washington | Yelm High School 12 Yelm, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #199 of 363 | #181 of 333 |
| National rank | #7177 of 15,369 | #7840 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 241 | 1,693 |
| Enrollment | 241 | 1,693 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.9% | 42.9% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 35% |
| city | Rainier | Yelm |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (52.1 vs 52.1).
- •Rainier Middle School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 35%).
- •Yelm High School 12 does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 52%).
- •Yelm High School 12 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.9% vs 46.9%).
- •Rainier Middle School does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 24.9).
- •Yelm High School 12 is the larger school with 1,693 students compared with 241.
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 Rainier Middle School better than Yelm High School 12?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Rainier Middle School and Yelm High School 12?
About 8.6 km in a straight line, between Rainier and Yelm in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rainier Middle School: 241. Yelm High School 12: 1,693. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rainier Middle School and Yelm High School 12 rank in Washington?
Rainier Middle School is 199th of 363 and Yelm High School 12 is 181st of 333 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).