Rainier High School, located in Rainier, Washington, United States, was established in 1909. As of the 2009–2010 school year, it provides instruction for approximately 300 students in grades 9–12 with a staff of about 20 full-time and part-time instructors.
Serving 267 students in grades 9-12, Rainier Senior 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rainier Senior High School's student population of 267 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Rankings
Rainier Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rainier Senior High School is 0.29, 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
#887 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
84%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mountaineers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rainier Senior High School's ranking?
Rainier Senior High School is ranked #887 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Rainier Senior High School often compared to?
Rainier Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rochester High School, Yelm High School 12 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rainier Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Rainier Senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Rainier Senior High School?
267 students attend Rainier Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Rainier Senior High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rainier Senior High School?
Rainier Senior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Rainier Senior High School offer ?
Rainier Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rainier Senior High School part of?
Rainier Senior High School is part of Rainier School District.
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