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 886 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 26% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). 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 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: 886 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ephrata High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Ephrata school district, covering approximately 327.9 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 15.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ephrata High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ephrata High School's student population of 886 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
886 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ephrata 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 Ephrata High School is 0.56, 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
#1132 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Orange
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ephrata High School's ranking?
Ephrata High School is ranked #1132 out of 2,088 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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 90-94%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Ephrata High School?
886 students attend Ephrata High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Ephrata High School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
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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