Serving 2,398 students in grades 9-12, Pasco Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pasco Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pasco Senior High School's student population of 2,398 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pasco Senior 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 Pasco Senior High School is 0.31, 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
#1902 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)16%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
82%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
14%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)83%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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 Pasco Senior High School's ranking?
Pasco Senior High School is ranked #1902 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Pasco Senior High School often compared to?
Pasco Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chiawana Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pasco Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Pasco Senior High School is 83%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pasco Senior High School?
2,398 students attend Pasco Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Pasco Senior High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pasco Senior High School?
Pasco Senior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pasco Senior High School offer ?
Pasco Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pasco Senior High School part of?
Pasco Senior High School is part of Pasco School District.
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