Serving 2,179 students in grades 9-12, Sunnyside 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 29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 2,179 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunnyside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sunnyside High School's student population of 2,179 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunnyside 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 Sunnyside High School is 0.15, 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
#1568 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)54%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
92%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
7%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)91%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Sunnyside High School's ranking?
Sunnyside High School is ranked #1568 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sunnyside High School often compared to?
Sunnyside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grandview High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sunnyside High School?
The graduation rate of Sunnyside High School is 91%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sunnyside High School?
2,179 students attend Sunnyside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Sunnyside High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunnyside High School?
Sunnyside High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sunnyside High School offer ?
Sunnyside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sunnyside High School part of?
Sunnyside High School is part of Sunnyside School District.
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