Maritime High School vs Wahkiakum High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Washington, United States, 158 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Maritime High School
Des Moines · Public high · Grades 9–12
126 students
Wahkiakum High School
Cathlamet · Public high · Grades 9–12
127 students
| Measure | Maritime High School Des Moines, Washington | Wahkiakum High School Cathlamet, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #110 of 333 | #190 of 333 |
| National rank | #5536 of 16,910 | #8197 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 126 | 127 |
| Enrollment | 126 | 127 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.1% | 52% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 64.5% |
| Math proficiency | – | 34.5% |
| city | Des Moines | Cathlamet |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Maritime High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.1 vs 50.8).
- •Maritime High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.1% vs 52%).
- •Maritime High School does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 18.1).
- •Wahkiakum High School is the larger school with 127 students compared with 126.
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 Maritime High School better than Wahkiakum High School?
On the Success Index (US), Maritime High School ranks higher (61.1 vs 50.8 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 Maritime High School and Wahkiakum High School?
About 158 km in a straight line, between Des Moines and Cathlamet in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Maritime High School: 126. Wahkiakum High School: 127. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Maritime High School and Wahkiakum High School rank in Washington?
Maritime High School is 110th of 333 and Wahkiakum High School is 190th of 333 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).