Lynden High School vs Washington High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Washington, United States, 201 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lynden High School
Lynden · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,002 students
Washington High School
Tacoma · Public high · Grades 9–12
989 students
| Measure | Lynden High School Lynden, Washington | Washington High School Tacoma, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #173 of 333 | #262 of 333 |
| National rank | #7321 of 16,910 | #11253 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,002 | 989 |
| Enrollment | 1,002 | 989 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.5% | 69.1% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 24% |
| city | Lynden | Tacoma |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lynden High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.0 vs 38.8).
- •Lynden High School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 24%).
- •Lynden High School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 65%).
- •Lynden High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.5% vs 69.1%).
- •Washington High School does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 22.8).
- •Lynden High School is the larger school with 1,002 students compared with 989.
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 Lynden High School better than Washington High School?
On the Success Index (US), Lynden High School ranks higher (54.0 vs 38.8 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 Lynden High School and Washington High School?
About 201 km in a straight line, between Lynden and Tacoma in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lynden High School: 1,002. Washington High School: 989. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lynden High School and Washington High School rank in Washington?
Lynden High School is 173rd of 333 and Washington High School is 262nd of 333 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).