Serving 1,115 students in grades 9-12, Highline 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 26% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,115 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highline High School's student population of 1,115 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,115 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highline 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 Highline High School is 0.69, 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
#1497 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)26%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
9%
Hispanic
51%
25%
Black
9%
5%
White
14%
50%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)82%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Highline High School's ranking?
Highline High School is ranked #1497 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Highline High School often compared to?
Highline High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen High School, Foster Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highline High School?
The graduation rate of Highline High School is 82%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Highline High School?
1,115 students attend Highline High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Highline High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highline High School?
Highline High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Highline High School offer ?
Highline High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Highline High School part of?
Highline High School is part of Highline School District.
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