Serving 1,565 students in grades 9-12, Shorecrest High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than 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 26:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 10% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Shorecrest High School serves the east part of Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 7.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shorecrest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Shorecrest High School's student population of 1,565 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,565 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Rankings
Shorecrest High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shorecrest High School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#308 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
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)
74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
11%
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
94%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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
Green, Gold
School Mascot
The Fighting Scot
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shorecrest High School's ranking?
Shorecrest High School is ranked #308 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Shorecrest High School often compared to?
Shorecrest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shorewood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% 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 Shorecrest High School?
The graduation rate of Shorecrest High School is 94%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Shorecrest High School?
1,565 students attend Shorecrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Shorecrest High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shorecrest High School?
Shorecrest High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shorecrest High School offer ?
Shorecrest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shorecrest High School part of?
Shorecrest High School is part of Shoreline School District.
In what neighborhood is Shorecrest High School located?
Shorecrest High School is located in the Briarcrest neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Briarcrest.
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