Toppenish High School is a public high school in Toppenish, Washington. It is a part of the Toppenish School District in Yakima County.
Serving 988 students in grades 9-12, Toppenish 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 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 988 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Toppenish High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Toppenish High School's student population of 988 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
988 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Toppenish 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 Toppenish High School is 0.20, 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
#1691 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
89%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toppenish High School's ranking?
Toppenish High School is ranked #1691 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Toppenish High School often compared to?
Toppenish High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wapato High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Toppenish High School?
The graduation rate of Toppenish High School is 99%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Toppenish High School?
988 students attend Toppenish High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Toppenish High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Toppenish High School?
Toppenish High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Toppenish High School offer ?
Toppenish High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Toppenish High School part of?
Toppenish High School is part of Toppenish School District.
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