PE Ratio: 18.78

Basis: FMP quote price / unrounded diluted EPS from four consecutive issuer fiscal quarters. Source: stored company filings and market data; unavailable inputs remain N/A.

Is the P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 18.78 is in line with its 5-year average of 19.40, around the middle of its 5-year range (12.28–26.70).

As of 2026-10-06T18:03:26.636Z. 9.77% below its 12-month average of 20.81.

PE Ratio (18.78) = Close Price ($155.32) / Diluted TTM EPS ($8.27)

LOPE PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 18.8, P/E is near its 18-year median — higher than 42% of readings in its 18-year history.

P/E Comparison

PE Ratio Formula & Definition

PE Ratio = Share Price / Diluted EPS (TTM)

The price-to-earnings ratio measures how much investors pay for each dollar of trailing earnings. A lower PE can indicate a cheaper valuation; a higher PE implies higher growth expectations.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

PE Ratio FAQ

What is the P/E ratio for Grand Canyon Education, Inc. (LOPE)?

The P/E ratio for LOPE stock is 18.78.

Is Grand Canyon Education, Inc.'s P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 18.78 is in line with its 5-year average of 19.40, around the middle of its 5-year range (12.28–26.70).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for Grand Canyon Education, Inc. (LOPE)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for LOPE stock is 20.81.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for Grand Canyon Education, Inc. (LOPE)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for LOPE stock is 21.13.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for Grand Canyon Education, Inc. (LOPE)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for LOPE stock is 19.40.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for Grand Canyon Education, Inc. (LOPE)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for LOPE stock is 20.06.

What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for Grand Canyon Education, Inc. (LOPE)?

The 15Y average P/E ratio for LOPE stock is 19.33.

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