Emerald Ridge High School vs Graham Kapowsin High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Washington, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerald Ridge High School
Puyallup · Public high · Grades 10–12
1,599 students
Graham Kapowsin High School
Graham · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,087 students
| Measure | Emerald Ridge High School Puyallup, Washington | Graham Kapowsin High School Graham, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #140 of 333 | #199 of 333 |
| National rank | #6459 of 16,910 | #8383 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,599 | 2,087 |
| Enrollment | 1,599 | 2,087 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.7% | 47.9% |
| Students per teacher | 24.6 | 24.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 36% |
| city | Puyallup | Graham |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerald Ridge High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.4 vs 50.0).
- •Emerald Ridge High School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 36%).
- •Emerald Ridge High School does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 71%).
- •Emerald Ridge High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.7% vs 47.9%).
- •Graham Kapowsin High School does better on students per teacher (24.3 vs 24.6).
- •Graham Kapowsin High School is the larger school with 2,087 students compared with 1,599.
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 Emerald Ridge High School better than Graham Kapowsin High School?
On the Success Index (US), Emerald Ridge High School ranks higher (57.4 vs 50.0 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 Emerald Ridge High School and Graham Kapowsin High School?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Puyallup and Graham in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerald Ridge High School: 1,599. Graham Kapowsin High School: 2,087. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerald Ridge High School and Graham Kapowsin High School rank in Washington?
Emerald Ridge High School is 140th of 333 and Graham Kapowsin High School is 199th of 333 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).