Serving 25 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 top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Emerson High School's student population of 25 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emerson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1264 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
73%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
7%
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 #1264 out of 2,052 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% 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?
25 students attend Emerson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Emerson High School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerson High School?
Emerson High School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Emerson High School offer ?
Emerson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
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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