Serving 281 students in grades 9-12, Newport High School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newport High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Newport High School's student population of 281 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newport High School 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 Newport High School is 0.30, 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
#917 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
83%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newport High School's ranking?
Newport High School is ranked #917 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Newport High School often compared to?
Newport High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside High School, Selkirk High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newport High School?
The graduation rate of Newport High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Newport High School?
281 students attend Newport High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Newport High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newport High School?
Newport High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Newport High School offer ?
Newport High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newport High School part of?
Newport High School is part of Newport School District.
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