International Community School is a small 6-12th grade public school in the Lake Washington School District of Washington State. It has about 60 students per grade with the exception of 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th, which have an average of 40 students per grade.
Serving 421 students in grades 6-12, International Community School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (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 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
International Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
International Community School's student population of 421 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1997
Colors
Black, Red, Crimson, Gold
School Motto
The International Community School cultivates curiosity, complex reasoning, problem solving, and global awareness in every student.
School Rankings
International Community School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of International Community School is 0.54, 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
#7 out of 2088 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
63%
9%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
25%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Phoenix
Frequently Asked Questions
What is International Community School's ranking?
International Community School is ranked #7 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of International Community School?
The graduation rate of International Community School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend International Community School?
421 students attend International Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of International Community School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of International Community School?
International Community School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does International Community School offer ?
International Community School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is International Community School part of?
International Community School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is International Community School located?
International Community School is located in the Central Houghton neighborhood of Kirkland, WA. There are 4 other public schools located in Central Houghton.
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