Stanwood High School is a public high school located in the city of Stanwood, Washington about 50 miles north of Seattle. There are 1,285 students between the 9th and 12th grades at Stanwood High School's 63-acre campus.
Serving 1,384 students in grades 9-12, Stanwood 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 30% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Stanwood High School serves the entire district of Stanwood, WA, covering an area of approximately 103.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 13.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stanwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Stanwood High School's student population of 1,384 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
White, Grey, Red
School Rankings
Stanwood 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 Stanwood High School is 0.41, 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
#736 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanwood High School's ranking?
Stanwood High School is ranked #736 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stanwood High School?
The graduation rate of Stanwood High School is 87%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Stanwood High School?
1,384 students attend Stanwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Stanwood High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stanwood High School?
Stanwood High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stanwood High School offer ?
Stanwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stanwood High School part of?
Stanwood High School is part of Stanwood-Camano School District.
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