Ephrata High School, located in Ephrata, Washington, is a high school that serves 731 students in grades 9 through 12. The current principal is Aaron Cummings.
Serving 925 students in grades 9-12, Ephrata 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 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 925 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ephrata High School's student population of 925 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
925 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Ephrata High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ephrata High School is 0.57, 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
#1084 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
41%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
52%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ephrata High School's ranking?
Ephrata High School is ranked #1084 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Ephrata High School often compared to?
Ephrata High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moses Lake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ephrata High School?
The graduation rate of Ephrata High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Ephrata High School?
925 students attend Ephrata High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Ephrata High School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ephrata High School?
Ephrata High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ephrata High School offer ?
Ephrata High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ephrata High School part of?
Ephrata High School is part of Ephrata School District.
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