Tumwater High School is a secondary school in Tumwater, Washington, United States, serving grades 9–12 in Thurston County. It is one of two comprehensive high schools in the Tumwater School District.
Serving 1,117 students in grades 9-12, Tumwater High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 10% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Tumwater High School serves the southeast part of Olympia, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 62.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tumwater High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tumwater High School's student population of 1,117 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,117 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Rankings
Tumwater High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tumwater High School is 0.48, 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
#584 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)29.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Thunderbirds
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tumwater High School's ranking?
Tumwater High School is ranked #584 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Tumwater High School often compared to?
Tumwater High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A G West Black Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tumwater High School?
The graduation rate of Tumwater High School is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Tumwater High School?
1,117 students attend Tumwater High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Tumwater High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tumwater High School?
Tumwater High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tumwater High School offer ?
Tumwater High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tumwater High School part of?
Tumwater High School is part of Tumwater School District.
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