Capital High School vs Curtis Senior High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Washington, United States, 35 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Capital High School
Olympia · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,322 students
Curtis Senior High
University Place · Public high · Grades 10–12
1,321 students
| Measure | Capital High School Olympia, Washington | Curtis Senior High University Place, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #62 of 333 | #68 of 333 |
| National rank | #3771 of 16,910 | #3927 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 10–12 |
| Students | 1,322 | 1,321 |
| Enrollment | 1,322 | 1,321 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.7% | 36.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 61% |
| city | Olympia | University Place |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (68.1 vs 67.5).
- •Curtis Senior High does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 81%).
- •Curtis Senior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.8% vs 37.7%).
- •Capital High School does better on students per teacher (21.3 vs 24.9).
- •Capital High School is the larger school with 1,322 students compared with 1,321.
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 Capital High School better than Curtis Senior High?
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 Capital High School and Curtis Senior High?
About 35 km in a straight line, between Olympia and University Place in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Capital High School: 1,322. Curtis Senior High: 1,321. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Capital High School and Curtis Senior High rank in Washington?
Capital High School is 62nd of 333 and Curtis Senior High is 68th of 333 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).