Ballard High School vs Stadium High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Washington, United States, 46 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ballard High School
Seattle · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,697 students
Stadium High School
Tacoma · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,700 students
| Measure | Ballard High School Seattle, Washington | Stadium High School Tacoma, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #12 of 333 | #124 of 333 |
| National rank | #1357 of 16,910 | #6026 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,697 | 1,700 |
| Enrollment | 1,697 | 1,700 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.7% | 38.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 45% |
| city | Seattle | Tacoma |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ballard High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.4 vs 59.2).
- •Ballard High School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 45%).
- •Ballard High School does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 74%).
- •Ballard High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.7% vs 38.2%).
- •Ballard High School does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 23.6).
- •Stadium High School is the larger school with 1,700 students compared with 1,697.
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 Ballard High School better than Stadium High School?
On the Success Index (US), Ballard High School ranks higher (79.4 vs 59.2 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 Ballard High School and Stadium High School?
About 46 km in a straight line, between Seattle and Tacoma in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ballard High School: 1,697. Stadium High School: 1,700. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ballard High School and Stadium High School rank in Washington?
Ballard High School is 12th of 333 and Stadium High School is 124th of 333 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).