Blaine High School, established in 1906, is located in Blaine, Washington, United States, which is situated in the northwest corner of the state, adjacent to the Canada–US border. The school operates within the Blaine School District and serves approximately 639 students in grades 9-12.
Serving 566 students in grades 9-12, Blaine 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Blaine High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Blaine, WA, encompassing approximately 73.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 16.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blaine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Blaine High School's student population of 566 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
566 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blaine High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blaine High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#300 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
16%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
65%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Borderites
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blaine High School's ranking?
Blaine High School is ranked #300 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Blaine High School often compared to?
Blaine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ferndale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blaine High School?
The graduation rate of Blaine High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Blaine High School?
566 students attend Blaine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Blaine High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blaine High School?
Blaine High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Blaine High School offer ?
Blaine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blaine High School part of?
Blaine High School is part of Blaine School District.
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