Klahowya Secondary School is a public secondary school located in Silverdale, Washington. It was established in 1997 as part of Central Kitsap School District.
Serving 1,016 students in grades 6-12, Klahowya Secondary ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,016 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Klahowya Secondary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 97.2 square miles in Silverdale, WA. Families within this area typically have a 15- to 20-minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.3 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 15.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Klahowya Secondary's student population of 1,016 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,016 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Rankings
Klahowya Secondary ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Klahowya Secondary is 0.43, 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
#748 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Black, White
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Klahowya Secondary's ranking?
Klahowya Secondary is ranked #748 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Klahowya Secondary often compared to?
Klahowya Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Central Kitsap High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Klahowya Secondary?
The graduation rate of Klahowya Secondary is 85-89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Klahowya Secondary?
1,016 students attend Klahowya Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Klahowya Secondary students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Klahowya Secondary?
Klahowya Secondary has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Klahowya Secondary offer ?
Klahowya Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Klahowya Secondary part of?
Klahowya Secondary is part of Central Kitsap School District.
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