Serving 968 students in grades 9-12, Steilacoom High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 968 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Steilacoom High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Steilacoom, WA, encompassing approximately 57.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steilacoom High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Steilacoom High School's student population of 968 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
968 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1981
School Rankings
Steilacoom High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Steilacoom High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#124 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
18%
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
≥95%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Sentinels
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steilacoom High School's ranking?
Steilacoom High School is ranked #124 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Steilacoom High School often compared to?
Steilacoom High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orting High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Steilacoom High School?
The graduation rate of Steilacoom High School is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Steilacoom High School?
968 students attend Steilacoom High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Steilacoom High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steilacoom High School?
Steilacoom High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Steilacoom High School offer ?
Steilacoom High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Steilacoom High School part of?
Steilacoom High School is part of Steilacoom Hist. School District.
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