South Kitsap High School

425 Mitchell Ave
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 2,384 students in grades 9-12, South Kitsap 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 30% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 34% 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: 2,384 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : 91% (Btm 50% in WA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30% (Top 30%)
  • : 67% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Overview

South Kitsap High School's student population of 2,384 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,384 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

South Kitsap 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 South Kitsap High School is 0.54, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (WA)
#1249 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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(18-19)
30%
50%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of South Kitsap High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Washington by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
(18-19)
67%
61%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of South Kitsap High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Washington by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
5%
9%
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Hispanic
12%
25%
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Black
2%
5%
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White
66%
50%
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Hawaiian
2%
1%
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Two or more races
12%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.54
This chart display the diversity score of South Kitsap High School and the public school average diversity score of Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
(18-19)
91%
84%
This chart display graduation rate of South Kitsap High School and public school graduation rate of Washington by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in South Kitsap High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
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 South Kitsap High School's ranking?
South Kitsap High School is ranked #1249 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are South Kitsap High School often compared to?
South Kitsap High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Kitsap High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Kitsap High School?
The graduation rate of South Kitsap High School is 91%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Kitsap High School?
2,384 students attend South Kitsap High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of South Kitsap High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Kitsap High School?
South Kitsap High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Kitsap High School offer ?
South Kitsap High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Kitsap High School part of?
South Kitsap High School is part of South Kitsap School District.

School Reviews

4   3/16/2020
Despite the crowded halls, it's a decent school. Very average. People are nice. Teachers are helpful. I like how it operates on a block schedule. However, I''m obligated to give it a lower star rating because I''m a student and school will never be likable, no matter where you go. :)
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,384 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : 91% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30% (Top 30%)
  • : 67% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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