Serving 1,111 students in grades 9-12, Nathan Hale High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,111 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nathan Hale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Nathan Hale High School's student population of 1,111 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,111 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nathan Hale High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nathan Hale 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
#595 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)49%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)79%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
16%
25%
Black
12%
5%
White
50%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)86%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nathan Hale High School's ranking?
Nathan Hale High School is ranked #595 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Nathan Hale High School often compared to?
Nathan Hale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt High School, Ingraham High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nathan Hale High School?
The graduation rate of Nathan Hale High School is 86%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Nathan Hale High School?
1,111 students attend Nathan Hale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Nathan Hale High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nathan Hale High School?
Nathan Hale High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Nathan Hale High School offer ?
Nathan Hale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Nathan Hale High School part of?
Nathan Hale High School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Nathan Hale High School located?
Nathan Hale High School is located in the Meadowbrook neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Meadowbrook.
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