Issaquah High School is a four-year public secondary school in Issaquah, Washington, United States, a suburb east of Seattle. It is one of three high schools in the Issaquah School District and serves students in grades 9–12 from the central portion of the district.
Serving 2,419 students in grades 9-12, Issaquah High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Issaquah High School serves the northeast part of Issaquah, WA, covering an attendance area of approximately 51.7 square miles. Typically, it takes about 10-15 minutes to drive to the school from most parts of the zone, with an average distance of 5 miles to the edge and up to 9.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Issaquah High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Issaquah High School's student population of 2,419 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,419 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Motto
A Vision for ISD
School Rankings
Issaquah High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Issaquah High School is 0.68, 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
#92 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
30%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Issaquah High School's ranking?
Issaquah High School is ranked #92 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Issaquah High School often compared to?
Issaquah High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyline High School, Liberty Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Issaquah High School?
The graduation rate of Issaquah High School is 93%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Issaquah High School?
2,419 students attend Issaquah High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Issaquah High School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Issaquah High School?
Issaquah High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Issaquah High School offer ?
Issaquah High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Issaquah High School part of?
Issaquah High School is part of Issaquah School District.
In what neighborhood is Issaquah High School located?
Issaquah High School is located in the Olde Town neighborhood of Issaquah, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Olde Town.
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