Serving 2,011 students in grades 9-12, Graham Kapowsin High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,011 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Graham Kapowsin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Graham Kapowsin High School's student population of 2,011 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,011 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Graham Kapowsin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Graham Kapowsin High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1156 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
49%
49%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Graham Kapowsin High School's ranking?
Graham Kapowsin High School is ranked #1156 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Graham Kapowsin High School often compared to?
Graham Kapowsin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Graham Kapowsin High School?
The graduation rate of Graham Kapowsin High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Graham Kapowsin High School?
2,011 students attend Graham Kapowsin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Graham Kapowsin High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Graham Kapowsin High School?
Graham Kapowsin High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Graham Kapowsin High School offer ?
Graham Kapowsin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Graham Kapowsin High School part of?
Graham Kapowsin High School is part of Bethel School District.
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