Dunlap Elementary School vs Rainier Beach High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 636 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dunlap Elementary School
Seattle · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
261 students
Rainier Beach High School
Seattle · Public high · Grades 9–12
854 students
| Measure | Dunlap Elementary School Seattle, Washington | Rainier Beach High School Seattle, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #796 of 1,154 | #292 of 333 |
| National rank | #27285 of 50,301 | #12497 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 261 | 854 |
| Enrollment | 261 | 854 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77% | 66.9% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 19.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 27% |
| city | Seattle | Seattle |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dunlap Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.8 vs 33.7).
- •Dunlap Elementary School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Rainier Beach High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.9% vs 77%).
- •Dunlap Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 19.9).
- •Rainier Beach High School is the larger school with 854 students compared with 261.
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 Dunlap Elementary School better than Rainier Beach High School?
On the Success Index (US), Dunlap Elementary School ranks higher (46.8 vs 33.7 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 Dunlap Elementary School and Rainier Beach High School?
About 636 m in a straight line, between Seattle and Seattle in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dunlap Elementary School: 261. Rainier Beach High School: 854. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dunlap Elementary School and Rainier Beach High School rank in Washington?
Dunlap Elementary School is 796th of 1,154 and Rainier Beach High School is 292nd of 333 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).