Everett High School is a secondary school located in Everett, Washington, United States, which educates grades 9 through 12. It was founded in 1891 as the first high school in the Everett School District.
Serving 1,669 students in grades 9-12, Everett 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 27% (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 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Everett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Everett High School's student population of 1,669 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,669 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1891
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
School Rankings
Everett 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 Everett High School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1078 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
28%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
47%
48%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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: Seagulls
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Everett High School's ranking?
Everett High School is ranked #1078 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Everett High School often compared to?
Everett High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% 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 Everett High School?
The graduation rate of Everett High School is 93%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Everett High School?
1,669 students attend Everett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Everett High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Everett High School?
Everett High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Everett High School offer ?
Everett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Everett High School part of?
Everett High School is part of Everett School District.
In what neighborhood is Everett High School located?
Everett High School is located in the Bayside neighborhood of Everett, WA.
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