Serving 923 students in grades 9-12, J M Weatherwax 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 23% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J M Weatherwax High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
J M Weatherwax High School's student population of 923 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
923 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J M Weatherwax High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J M Weatherwax High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1642 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)23%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)53%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
36%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
52%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)80-84%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J M Weatherwax High School's ranking?
J M Weatherwax High School is ranked #1642 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are J M Weatherwax High School often compared to?
J M Weatherwax High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montesano Jr-sr High School, Hoquiam High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of J M Weatherwax High School?
The graduation rate of J M Weatherwax High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend J M Weatherwax High School?
923 students attend J M Weatherwax High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of J M Weatherwax High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J M Weatherwax High School?
J M Weatherwax High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does J M Weatherwax High School offer ?
J M Weatherwax High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is J M Weatherwax High School part of?
J M Weatherwax High School is part of Aberdeen School District.
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