Graham Kapowsin High School vs Nelson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 231 m 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
Nelson Elementary School
Graham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
497 students
| Measure | Graham Kapowsin High School Graham, Washington | Nelson Elementary School Graham, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #199 of 333 | #349 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #8383 of 16,910 | #12676 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,087 | 497 |
| Enrollment | 2,087 | 497 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.9% | 46.9% |
| Students per teacher | 24.3 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 65% |
| city | Graham | Graham |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nelson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.1 vs 50.0).
- •Nelson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 36%).
- •Graham Kapowsin High School does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 62%).
- •Nelson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.9% vs 47.9%).
- •Nelson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 24.3).
- •Graham Kapowsin High School is the larger school with 2,087 students compared with 497.
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 Nelson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Nelson Elementary School ranks higher (68.1 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 Nelson Elementary School?
About 231 m in a straight line, between Graham and Graham in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Graham Kapowsin High School: 2,087. Nelson Elementary School: 497. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Graham Kapowsin High School and Nelson Elementary School rank in Washington?
Graham Kapowsin High School is 199th of 333 and Nelson Elementary School is 349th of 1,154 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).