Chelan High School is a small rural public high school located in Chelan, Washington. It is located within the Cascade Mountains, lying on the edge of the North Cascades National Park and the Wenatchee National Forest. Chelan High School has an approximate enrollment of 415 students in grades 9–12.
Serving 439 students in grades 9-12, Chelan 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 25-29% (which is lower 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 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Chelan High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Chelan School District, covering approximately 399.8 square miles in Chelan, WA. Families in the area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 23.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance reaching 50.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chelan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chelan High School's student population of 439 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1892
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chelan High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chelan High School is 0.54, 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
#877 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, White/Grey
School Mascot
Mountain Goat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chelan High School's ranking?
Chelan High School is ranked #877 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Chelan High School often compared to?
Chelan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade High School, Cashmere High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Chelan High School?
The graduation rate of Chelan High School is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Chelan High School?
439 students attend Chelan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Chelan High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chelan High School?
Chelan High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chelan High School offer ?
Chelan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chelan High School part of?
Chelan High School is part of Lake Chelan School District.
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