Graham Kapowsin High School vs Lake Washington High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Washington, United States, 69 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Graham Kapowsin High School
Graham · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,087 students
Lake Washington High School
Kirkland · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,081 students
| Measure | Graham Kapowsin High School Graham, Washington | Lake Washington High School Kirkland, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #199 of 333 | #10 of 333 |
| National rank | #8383 of 16,910 | #1350 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,087 | 2,081 |
| Enrollment | 2,087 | 2,081 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.9% | 13.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.3 | 21.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 91% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 69% |
| city | Graham | Kirkland |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lake Washington High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.5 vs 50.0).
- •Lake Washington High School does better on math proficiency (69% vs 36%).
- •Lake Washington High School does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 71%).
- •Lake Washington High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.5% vs 47.9%).
- •Lake Washington High School does better on students per teacher (21.0 vs 24.3).
- •Graham Kapowsin High School is the larger school with 2,087 students compared with 2,081.
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 Graham Kapowsin High School better than Lake Washington High School?
On the Success Index (US), Lake Washington High School ranks higher (79.5 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 Graham Kapowsin High School and Lake Washington High School?
About 69 km in a straight line, between Graham and Kirkland in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Graham Kapowsin High School: 2,087. Lake Washington High School: 2,081. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Graham Kapowsin High School and Lake Washington High School rank in Washington?
Graham Kapowsin High School is 199th of 333 and Lake Washington High School is 10th of 333 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).