Ingraham High School is a public high school, serving grades 9–12 in the Haller Lake neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, United States. Opened in 1959, the school is named after Edward Sturgis Ingraham, the first superintendent of the Seattle Public Schools.
Serving 1,391 students in grades 9-12, Ingraham 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 85% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ingraham High School serves the north part of Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ingraham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ingraham High School's student population of 1,391 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,391 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Rankings
Ingraham 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 Ingraham 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
#288 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, White & Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ingraham High School's ranking?
Ingraham High School is ranked #288 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Ingraham High School often compared to?
Ingraham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ballard High School, Nathan Hale 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 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ingraham High School?
The graduation rate of Ingraham High School is 91%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Ingraham High School?
1,391 students attend Ingraham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Ingraham High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ingraham High School?
Ingraham High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ingraham High School offer ?
Ingraham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ingraham High School part of?
Ingraham High School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Ingraham High School located?
Ingraham High School is located in the Northwest Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 8 other public schools located in Northwest Seattle.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This year Ingraham has made many improvements. We have a new addition to the west side of the school. Rise-Up redid the gym. We have a new parking lot.
Ingraham has an amazing drama program that most people overlook. The teachers all care about students and want them to succeed. There is a great support for LGBTQ students and families. Overall ingraham is a great school with great people
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