Camas High School is an American public high school located in Clark County, in the city of Camas, Washington. The principal is Kelly O'Rourke. It has a grade span of 9th through 12th, and contains a total of 2,063 students as of March 2018.
Serving 2,026 students in grades 9-12, Camas High School ranks in the top 10% 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 60% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% 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: 2,026 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Camas High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Camas school district, covering approximately 56.1 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching a maximum of 10.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Camas 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
Camas High School's student population of 2,026 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,026 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Rankings
Camas High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camas High School is 0.57, 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
#154 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Camas School District - See. Value. Serve.
School Mascot
The Mean Machine
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camas High School's ranking?
Camas High School is ranked #154 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Camas High School often compared to?
Camas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Camas High School?
The graduation rate of Camas High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Camas High School?
2,026 students attend Camas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Camas High School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 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 Camas High School?
Camas High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Camas High School offer ?
Camas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Camas High School part of?
Camas High School is part of Camas School District.
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