Serving 1,267 students in grades 9-12, Squalicum High School ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 44% 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: 1,267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Squalicum High School's student population of 1,267 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Squalicum High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Squalicum High School is 0.62, 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
#918 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)36%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
23%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
56%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)85%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Squalicum High School's ranking?
Squalicum High School is ranked #918 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Squalicum High School often compared to?
Squalicum High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellingham High School, Sehome High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Squalicum High School?
The graduation rate of Squalicum High School is 85%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Squalicum High School?
1,267 students attend Squalicum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Squalicum High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Squalicum High School?
Squalicum High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Squalicum High School offer ?
Squalicum High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Squalicum High School part of?
Squalicum High School is part of Bellingham School District.
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