Serving 738 students in grades 6-12, General William H. Harrison Preparatory 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 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrison Prep School serves the northeast part of Lakewood, WA, covering an area of approximately 25.1 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance to the zone edge being about 5.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
General William H. Harrison Preparatory School's student population of 738 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
738 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Creating Promising Futures.'
School Rankings
General William H. Harrison Preparatory 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 General William H. Harrison Preparatory School is 0.73, 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
#974 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is General William H. Harrison Preparatory School's ranking?
General William H. Harrison Preparatory School is ranked #974 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are General William H. Harrison Preparatory School often compared to?
General William H. Harrison Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hudtloff Middle School, Thomas Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of General William H. Harrison Preparatory School?
The graduation rate of General William H. Harrison Preparatory School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend General William H. Harrison Preparatory School?
738 students attend General William H. Harrison Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of General William H. Harrison Preparatory School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of General William H. Harrison Preparatory School?
General William H. Harrison Preparatory School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does General William H. Harrison Preparatory School offer ?
General William H. Harrison Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is General William H. Harrison Preparatory School part of?
General William H. Harrison Preparatory School is part of Clover Park School District.
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