Serving 113 students in grades 9-12, Darrington 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Darrington Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Darrington, WA, covering approximately 582.4 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone edge being about 18.9 miles and the furthest edge reaching 32.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darrington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Darrington High School's student population of 113 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
113 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Education for Life!
School Rankings
Darrington 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 Darrington High School is 0.43, 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
#879 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Loggers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darrington High School's ranking?
Darrington High School is ranked #879 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Darrington High School often compared to?
Darrington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Darrington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Darrington High School?
The graduation rate of Darrington High School is 80%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Darrington High School?
113 students attend Darrington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Darrington High School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Darrington High School?
Darrington High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Darrington High School offer ?
Darrington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Darrington High School part of?
Darrington High School is part of Darrington School District.
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