Scriber Lake High School, located in the city of Edmonds, Washington, is one of five high schools within the Edmonds School District. It is the only high school of choice within the district.
Serving 197 students in grades 9-12, Scriber Lake High School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Scriber Lake High School serves the southwest part of Edmonds, WA, covering an area of approximately 15.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 3.1 miles, and the furthest edge located 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scriber Lake High School's student population of 197 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
197 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scriber Lake High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scriber Lake High School is 0.65, 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
#1896 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
26%
27%
Black
9%
5%
White
52%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)81.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scriber Lake High School's ranking?
Scriber Lake High School is ranked #1896 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Scriber Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Scriber Lake High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Scriber Lake High School?
197 students attend Scriber Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Scriber Lake High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scriber Lake High School?
Scriber Lake High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Scriber Lake High School offer ?
Scriber Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Scriber Lake High School part of?
Scriber Lake High School is part of Edmonds School District.
In what neighborhood is Scriber Lake High School located?
Scriber Lake High School is located in the Sherwood Forest neighborhood of Edmonds, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Sherwood Forest.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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