Puyallup High School is a high school in the Puyallup School District in Pierce County, Washington, commonly referred to as PHS.
Serving 1,698 students in grades 10-12, Puyallup 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 34% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Puyallup High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Puyallup High School's student population of 1,698 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
School Rankings
Puyallup 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 Puyallup High School is 0.67, 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
#663 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
53%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vikings
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puyallup High School's ranking?
Puyallup High School is ranked #663 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Puyallup High School often compared to?
Puyallup High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gov John Rogers High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% 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 Puyallup High School?
The graduation rate of Puyallup High School is 89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Puyallup High School?
1,698 students attend Puyallup High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Puyallup High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Puyallup High School?
Puyallup High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Puyallup High School offer ?
Puyallup High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Puyallup High School part of?
Puyallup High School is part of Puyallup School District.
School Reviews
5 7/27/2012
I graduated from puyallup high school in june of 2012. I love how everyone is so friendly and kind and there are alot of courses to choose from. Rock on Puyallup !
2 8/17/2011
I would not recommend this school if your child is African American. Racial tensions are high in this school. Just Google Puyallup High School and racial tension and you'll see what I mean. I attended there from 95-97 and was repeatedly referred to as Nigger by a number of students and had racial slurs directed my way. While celebrating Martin Luther King Day a student came in the class and yelled Happy Nigger Day. Nothing was done. It is a hostile environment and if you can place your child in a different school I'd recommend you do so.
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