Serving 133 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 13:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Ritzville High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Ritzville school district, covering an area of approximately 657 square miles in Ritzville, WA. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 16.2 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest point being 28.9 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Ritzville High School's student population of 133 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
133 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.29, 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
#435 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-79%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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 83.8%.
How many students attend Ritzville High School?
133 students attend Ritzville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Ritzville High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ritzville High School?
Ritzville High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
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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