Serving 618 students in grades 9-12, Foss 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foss High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Foss High School's student population of 618 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Foss 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 Foss High School is 0.79, which is more 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
#1592 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
23%
25%
Black
22%
5%
White
29%
50%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foss High School's ranking?
Foss High School is ranked #1592 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Foss High School often compared to?
Foss High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln High School, Stadium High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Foss High School?
The graduation rate of Foss High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Foss High School?
618 students attend Foss High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Foss High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Foss High School?
Foss High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Foss High School offer ?
Foss High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Foss High School part of?
Foss High School is part of Tacoma School District.
School Reviews
5 6/23/2017
Henry Foss Highschool has a wonderful academic program known as the International Baccalaureate (IB) program which provides any student who enrolls in it with rigorous classes that prepare you for college. The teachers, for the most part, get to know you on an individual level and are not only concerned with your grade in their class but all of your classes. The staff is always ready to help you in all your classes and prepare you for your desired career whether through workforce or college. The music program is available in three types of choirs, band, orchestra, and music theory. Foss has different types of art: painting, ceramics, and wood shop classes. There are many clubs available at Foss and it is fairly easy to start a club if they do not have it. There are several language clubs including French Club, Spanish Club, Korean Club, and Chinese Club. The associated student body (ASB) is always working to make the school environment positive and fun. ASB creates dances and other school activities. Foss is a good school who is open to more positive students. I definitely recommend!
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