Serving 258 students in grades 7-12, South Bend 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Bend High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 151.3 square miles in South Bend, WA. Most students typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Bend High School's student population of 258 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
258 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Great Place For Kids
School Rankings
South Bend 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 South Bend High School is 0.60, 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
#1228 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
48%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
41%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Bend High School's ranking?
South Bend High School is ranked #1228 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are South Bend High School often compared to?
South Bend High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raymond Jr Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Bend High School?
The graduation rate of South Bend High School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend South Bend High School?
258 students attend South Bend High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of South Bend High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Bend High School?
South Bend High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Bend High School offer ?
South Bend High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Bend High School part of?
South Bend High School is part of South Bend School District.
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