Graham-Kapowsin High School is a high school in the Bethel School District, Pierce County, Washington, United States. Its doors first opened to grade 10 and 11 students in September 2005. GK added grade 12 students beginning Fall 2006. Grade 9 joined in the 2012–13 school year.
Serving 2,087 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 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,087 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 10% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (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
Diversity
School Overview
Graham Kapowsin High School's student population of 2,087 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,087 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Royal blue, Orange
School Rankings
Graham Kapowsin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Graham Kapowsin High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1248 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
21%
27%
Black
7%
5%
White
45%
47%
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
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 #1248 out of 2,088 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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 94%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Graham Kapowsin High School?
2,087 students attend Graham Kapowsin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Graham Kapowsin High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% 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 17:1.
What grades does Graham Kapowsin High School offer ?
Graham Kapowsin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Graham Kapowsin High School part of?
Graham Kapowsin High School is part of Bethel School District.
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