Beacon Hill International School vs Summit Public School: Sierra
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.
Beacon Hill International School
Seattle · Public elementary · Grades K–5
348 students
Summit Public School: Sierra
Seattle · Charter high · Grades 9–12
214 students
| Measure | Beacon Hill International School Seattle, Washington | Summit Public School: Sierra Seattle, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #310 of 1,154 | #108 of 333 |
| National rank | #11137 of 50,301 | #5498 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 348 | 214 |
| Enrollment | 348 | 214 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.6% | 38.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 47% |
| city | Seattle | Seattle |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Beacon Hill International School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.2 vs 61.3).
- •Beacon Hill International School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 47%).
- •Summit Public School: Sierra does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 60%).
- •Summit Public School: Sierra does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.3% vs 50.6%).
- •Beacon Hill International School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 15.3).
- •Beacon Hill International School is the larger school with 348 students compared with 214.
- •Beacon Hill International School is a public school while Summit Public School: Sierra is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Beacon Hill International School better than Summit Public School: Sierra?
On the Success Index (US), Beacon Hill International School ranks higher (70.2 vs 61.3 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 Beacon Hill International School and Summit Public School: Sierra?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Seattle and Seattle in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Beacon Hill International School: 348. Summit Public School: Sierra: 214. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Beacon Hill International School and Summit Public School: Sierra rank in Washington?
Beacon Hill International School is 310th of 1,154 and Summit Public School: Sierra is 108th of 333 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).