Hudson's Bay High School is a public high school in the Central Park area of Vancouver, Washington, and is part of Vancouver Public Schools. It was founded in 1955 and was named after the Hudson's Bay Company, as Fort Vancouver had been chosen, in 1821, as the HBC base of operations on the Pacific Slope.
Serving 1,197 students in grades 9-12, Hudson's Bay 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 9% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hudson's Bay High School serves the west part of Vancouver, WA, covering an area of approximately 31.9 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest zone edge being about 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hudson's Bay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hudson's Bay High School's student population of 1,197 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,197 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hudson's Bay 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 Hudson's Bay High School is 0.70, 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
#1842 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
38%
27%
Black
5%
5%
White
39%
47%
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hudson's Bay High School's ranking?
Hudson's Bay High School is ranked #1842 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Hudson's Bay High School often compared to?
Hudson's Bay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Vancouver High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hudson's Bay High School?
The graduation rate of Hudson's Bay High School is 93%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hudson's Bay High School?
1,197 students attend Hudson's Bay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Hudson's Bay High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hudson's Bay High School?
Hudson's Bay High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hudson's Bay High School offer ?
Hudson's Bay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hudson's Bay High School part of?
Hudson's Bay High School is part of Vancouver School District.
In what neighborhood is Hudson's Bay High School located?
Hudson's Bay High School is located in the Central Park neighborhood of Vancouver, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Central Park.
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