Serving 1,415 students in grades 9-12, Kelso High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,415 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelso High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kelso High School's student population of 1,415 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kelso High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelso High School is 0.48, which is less 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
#1429 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)66%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
21%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
69%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)91%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelso High School's ranking?
Kelso High School is ranked #1429 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kelso High School often compared to?
Kelso High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R A Long High School, Mark Morris High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kelso High School?
The graduation rate of Kelso High School is 91%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kelso High School?
1,415 students attend Kelso High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Kelso High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kelso High School?
Kelso High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kelso High School offer ?
Kelso High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelso High School part of?
Kelso High School is part of Kelso School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2014
Most of your reportings seem to be off. Kelso High School has made many changes for the better in the last 2 years. My Son attends there and he has been quided since 8th grade to be on track to graduate with his High School diploma and a Associates Degree which he will follow up with attending WSU Veterinary School. He toured with his 9th grade class last year and it confirmed his choice of WSU that he has had for years. I don't hear a lot of any other high schools having this type of programs. It's a great school in a great community that care about Kelso kids.
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