Sammamish High School is a public secondary school in Bellevue, Washington, US, serving students in grades 9–12. Opened in 1959, the school was the second of the four traditional high schools in the Bellevue School District, with admission based primarily on the locations of students' homes.
Serving 1,363 students in grades 9-12, Sammamish Senior High School ranks in the top 50% 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% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sammamish Senior High serves the eastern part of Bellevue, WA, covering an area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the school and the furthest edge reaching 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sammamish Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sammamish Senior High School's student population of 1,363 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,363 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sammamish Senior 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 Sammamish Senior High School is 0.76, which is more 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
#683 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
19%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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
Sports
Colors
Red and Silver
School Mascot
Hawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sammamish Senior High School's ranking?
Sammamish Senior High School is ranked #683 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sammamish Senior High School often compared to?
Sammamish Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Interlake Senior High School, Newport Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sammamish Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Sammamish Senior High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Sammamish Senior High School?
1,363 students attend Sammamish Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Sammamish Senior High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sammamish Senior High School?
Sammamish Senior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sammamish Senior High School offer ?
Sammamish Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sammamish Senior High School part of?
Sammamish Senior High School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Sammamish Senior High School located?
Sammamish Senior High School is located in the Lake Hills neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Lake Hills.
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