Serving 605 students in grades 9-12, Nikola Tesla Stem High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (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 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: The UNNAMED STEM SCHOOL, located in Redmond, WA, serves an 11.5 square mile area in the eastern part of its school district, with most students living within a 2.5-mile average distance from the school and a typical drive time of 5-10 minutes. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is approximately 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nikola Tesla Stem 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
Nikola Tesla Stem High School's student population of 605 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
605 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nikola Tesla Stem High School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nikola Tesla Stem High School is 0.42, 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
#4 out of 2088 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
74%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
White
17%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nikola Tesla Stem High School's ranking?
Nikola Tesla Stem High School is ranked #4 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Nikola Tesla Stem High School often compared to?
Nikola Tesla Stem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like International Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nikola Tesla Stem High School?
The graduation rate of Nikola Tesla Stem High School is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Nikola Tesla Stem High School?
605 students attend Nikola Tesla Stem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Nikola Tesla Stem High School students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nikola Tesla Stem High School?
Nikola Tesla Stem High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nikola Tesla Stem High School offer ?
Nikola Tesla Stem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nikola Tesla Stem High School part of?
Nikola Tesla Stem High School is part of Lake Washington School District.
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