Fife High School is located in Fife, Washington. FHS is the only high school in the Fife Public Schools system.
Serving 864 students in grades 10-12, Fife High School ranks in the top 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 76% (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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 864 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fife High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Fife High School's student population of 864 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
864 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1899
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
To be a professional learning community that prepares all students for life beyond high school by developing their mind, body and character.
School Rankings
Fife High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fife High School is 0.75, which is more 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
#876 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
41%
48%
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojans
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fife High School's ranking?
Fife High School is ranked #876 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Fife High School often compared to?
Fife High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Puyallup 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 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fife High School?
The graduation rate of Fife High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Fife High School?
864 students attend Fife High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Fife High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fife High School?
Fife High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fife High School offer ?
Fife High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fife High School part of?
Fife High School is part of Fife School District.
School Reviews
5 6/20/2012
This school has been wonderful for our family. Class sizes are small enough. Teachers are attentive, responsive and caring. The facility accomodates the amount of kids there, is clean and well kept. Sports, academics, fine arts, all good. We were very happy with Fife.
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