Eastlake High School is a four-year public high school in Sammamish, Washington, a suburb east of Seattle. It shares its campus with the Renaissance School of Art and Reasoning. Eastlake is one of three high schools on the Sammamish Plateau, all close in proximity along 228th Avenue.
Serving 2,367 students in grades 9-12, Eastlake High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastlake 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
Eastlake High School's student population of 2,367 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
1993
Colors
White, Crimson
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
School Motto
Wolf Strong, Pack Strong
School Rankings
Eastlake High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastlake High School is 0.65, 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
#70 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
39%
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
44%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolf
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastlake High School's ranking?
Eastlake High School is ranked #70 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Eastlake High School often compared to?
Eastlake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyline High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eastlake High School?
The graduation rate of Eastlake High School is 98%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Eastlake High School?
2,367 students attend Eastlake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Eastlake High School students are White, 39% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastlake High School?
Eastlake High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Eastlake High School offer ?
Eastlake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eastlake High School part of?
Eastlake High School is part of Lake Washington School District.
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