Glacier Peak High School is a high school in Snohomish, Washington, United States, operated by the Snohomish School District. Glacier Peak was opened in 2008 to relieve overcrowding at Snohomish High School; the 230,000-square-foot facility designed by NAC Architecture and built by Lydig Construction.
Serving 1,630 students in grades 9-12, Glacier Peak High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glacier Peak High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Glacier Peak High School's student population of 1,630 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,630 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Silver
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
School Motto
Every student thrives!
School Rankings
Glacier Peak High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glacier Peak 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
#273 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
64%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzly Bears
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glacier Peak High School's ranking?
Glacier Peak High School is ranked #273 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Glacier Peak High School often compared to?
Glacier Peak High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry M. Jackson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glacier Peak High School?
The graduation rate of Glacier Peak High School is 96%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Glacier Peak High School?
1,630 students attend Glacier Peak High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Glacier Peak High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glacier Peak High School?
Glacier Peak High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Glacier Peak High School offer ?
Glacier Peak High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glacier Peak High School part of?
Glacier Peak High School is part of Snohomish School District.
School Reviews
5 10/4/2022
Great school with a good balance between academics and sports.
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