Snohomish High School is a secondary school located in the Snohomish School District, in Snohomish, Washington, United States. SHS, built for 1200 students, contains 1,565 9th???2th graders. The school serves primarily those students living north of the Snohomish River.
Serving 1,496 students in grades 9-12, Snohomish High School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 1,496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Snohomish High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Snohomish School District, covering approximately 104.7 square miles in Snohomish, WA. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 6.3 miles, with the furthest point being 15 miles away, typically requiring a 10-15 minute drive.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Snohomish High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Snohomish High School's student population of 1,496 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,496 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1894
School Rankings
Snohomish 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 Snohomish High School is 0.44, 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
#843 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)34.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White & Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Snohomish High School's ranking?
Snohomish High School is ranked #843 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Snohomish High School often compared to?
Snohomish High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glacier Peak High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Snohomish High School?
The graduation rate of Snohomish High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Snohomish High School?
1,496 students attend Snohomish High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Snohomish High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Snohomish High School?
Snohomish High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Snohomish High School offer ?
Snohomish High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Snohomish High School part of?
Snohomish High School is part of Snohomish School District.
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