Serving 128 students in grades 9-12, Ritzville 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ritzville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ritzville High School's student population of 128 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
128 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ritzville 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 Ritzville High School is 0.28, 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
#435 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
84%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ritzville High School's ranking?
Ritzville High School is ranked #435 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ritzville High School?
The graduation rate of Ritzville High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Ritzville High School?
128 students attend Ritzville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Ritzville High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ritzville High School?
Ritzville High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ritzville High School offer ?
Ritzville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ritzville High School part of?
Ritzville High School is part of Ritzville School District.
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