Lake Stevens High School is a high school located in Lake Stevens, Washington, United States, in the Lake Stevens School District. LSHS currently educates grades 10–12.
Serving 2,205 students in grades 10-12, Lake Stevens Sr High School ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 2,205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Stevens Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Lake Stevens School District, covering approximately 28.6 square miles in Lake Stevens, WA. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.3 miles and a maximum distance of 4.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Stevens Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Stevens Sr High School's student population of 2,205 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,205 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Stevens Sr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Stevens Sr High School is 0.59, 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
#560 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
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
88%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Viking
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Stevens Sr High School's ranking?
Lake Stevens Sr High School is ranked #560 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Stevens Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Stevens Sr High School is 88%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Lake Stevens Sr High School?
2,205 students attend Lake Stevens Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lake Stevens Sr High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Stevens Sr High School?
Lake Stevens Sr High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Stevens Sr High School offer ?
Lake Stevens Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Stevens Sr High School part of?
Lake Stevens Sr High School is part of Lake Stevens School District.
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