Serving 67 students in grades 9-12, Emerson High School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emerson High School's student population of 67 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
67 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Emerson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson High School is 0.61, 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
#1509 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
22%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)89.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson High School's ranking?
Emerson High School is ranked #1509 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Emerson High School often compared to?
Emerson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson K-12, Bothell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Emerson High School?
The graduation rate of Emerson High School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Emerson High School?
67 students attend Emerson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Emerson High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson High School?
Emerson High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emerson High School offer ?
Emerson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerson High School part of?
Emerson High School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Emerson High School located?
Emerson High School is located in the Central Houghton neighborhood of Kirkland, WA. There are 4 other public schools located in Central Houghton.
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