Serving 1,740 students in grades 9-12, Bothell High School ranks in the top 20% 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 51% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,740 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bothell High School serves the northwest part of Bothell, WA, covering an area of approximately 14.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bothell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bothell High School's student population of 1,740 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,740 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Bothell 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 Bothell High School is 0.68, 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
#264 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
18%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
51%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
97%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Royal blue
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bothell High School's ranking?
Bothell High School is ranked #264 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Bothell High School often compared to?
Bothell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Inglemoor High School, Woodinville High School, Cedarcrest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bothell High School?
The graduation rate of Bothell High School is 97%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Bothell High School?
1,740 students attend Bothell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Bothell High School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bothell High School?
Bothell High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bothell High School offer ?
Bothell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bothell High School part of?
Bothell High School is part of Northshore School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I went to Bothell High School and it's a pretty decent school as far as secondary education goes. Football and drama are probably the biggest and the best departments at BHS, though I did not participate in either of them. Education quality is solid, not the best, but pretty good. I'd like to shout out that there are some fabulous teachers here, especially in the math, english, and social studies departments, but there are very incompetent ones as well. My one biggest complaint about BHS is the faculty; they are just awful. Many of the women who work in the offices are just straight up rude. The counselors are also very unhelpful and don't really have to listen to what you have to say and only say what THEY think is best for you. It's quite annoying actually when you need guidance for the path you plan to pursue and then have your counselor look down upon you and try to sway you into a better direction. Anyway, I think BHS is a decent school but Inglemoor is better in terms of academics.
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