Bethel High School vs Shining Mountain Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 624 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bethel High School
Spanaway · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,688 students
Shining Mountain Elementary
Spanaway · Public elementary · Grades K–5
613 students
| Measure | Bethel High School Spanaway, Washington | Shining Mountain Elementary Spanaway, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #232 of 333 | #836 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #9795 of 16,910 | #28575 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,688 | 613 |
| Enrollment | 1,688 | 613 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.8% | 65.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.6 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 43% |
| city | Spanaway | Spanaway |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (44.5 vs 45.1).
- •Shining Mountain Elementary does better on math proficiency (43% vs 33%).
- •Bethel High School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 52%).
- •Bethel High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.8% vs 65.7%).
- •Shining Mountain Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 21.6).
- •Bethel High School is the larger school with 1,688 students compared with 613.
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 Bethel High School better than Shining Mountain Elementary?
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 Bethel High School and Shining Mountain Elementary?
About 624 m in a straight line, between Spanaway and Spanaway in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bethel High School: 1,688. Shining Mountain Elementary: 613. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bethel High School and Shining Mountain Elementary rank in Washington?
Bethel High School is 232nd of 333 and Shining Mountain Elementary is 836th of 1,154 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).