Sunnyside High School, is a 4A public high school located in Sunnyside, Washington, United States. This high school serves around 2,169 students from grades 9–12 as of 2024. Sunnyside High School is fostered not only around its academia but its school culture, as the Grizzlies.
Serving 2,122 students in grades 9-12, Sunnyside 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 14% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 2,122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunnyside High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Sunnyside school district, covering approximately 182.7 square miles. It is located in Sunnyside, WA, with a typical drive to the school taking around 10-15 minutes, and the furthest edge of the zone reaching up to 17.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunnyside High School's student population of 2,122 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,122 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
4A
School Rankings
Sunnyside 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 Sunnyside High School is 0.13, 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
#1476 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
93%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
84%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Grizzly
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunnyside High School's ranking?
Sunnyside High School is ranked #1476 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sunnyside High School often compared to?
Sunnyside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grandview High School, Granger High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sunnyside High School?
The graduation rate of Sunnyside High School is 84%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Sunnyside High School?
2,122 students attend Sunnyside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Sunnyside High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunnyside High School?
Sunnyside High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunnyside High School offer ?
Sunnyside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunnyside High School part of?
Sunnyside High School is part of Sunnyside School District.
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