Serving 1,226 students in grades 9-12, West Seattle High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Seattle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Seattle High School's student population of 1,226 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Seattle High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Seattle High School is 0.56, 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
#331 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)56%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)87%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
6%
5%
White
64%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 West Seattle High School's ranking?
West Seattle High School is ranked #331 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are West Seattle High School often compared to?
West Seattle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chief Sealth International High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Seattle High School?
The graduation rate of West Seattle High School is 89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Seattle High School?
1,226 students attend West Seattle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of West Seattle High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Seattle High School?
West Seattle High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Seattle High School offer ?
West Seattle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Seattle High School part of?
West Seattle High School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
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