Gig Harbor High vs North Thurston High School
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.
Gig Harbor High
Gig Harbor · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,375 students
North Thurston High School
Lacey · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,378 students
| Measure | Gig Harbor High Gig Harbor, Washington | North Thurston High School Lacey, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #41 of 333 | #130 of 333 |
| National rank | #2638 of 16,910 | #6240 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,375 | 1,378 |
| Enrollment | 1,375 | 1,378 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15% | 50.2% |
| Students per teacher | 26.4 | 21.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 48% |
| city | Gig Harbor | Lacey |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gig Harbor High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.7 vs 58.3).
- •Gig Harbor High does better on math proficiency (54% vs 48%).
- •Gig Harbor High does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 77%).
- •Gig Harbor High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15% vs 50.2%).
- •North Thurston High School does better on students per teacher (21.5 vs 26.4).
- •North Thurston High School is the larger school with 1,378 students compared with 1,375.
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 Gig Harbor High better than North Thurston High School?
On the Success Index (US), Gig Harbor High ranks higher (72.7 vs 58.3 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 Gig Harbor High and North Thurston High School?
About 35 km in a straight line, between Gig Harbor and Lacey in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gig Harbor High: 1,375. North Thurston High School: 1,378. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gig Harbor High and North Thurston High School rank in Washington?
Gig Harbor High is 41st of 333 and North Thurston High School is 130th of 333 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).