Serving 127 students in grades 9-12, Wahkiakum 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wahkiakum High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Cathlamet, WA, covering approximately 214.4 square miles, with most students living within a 10-15 minute drive and an average distance of 7.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 15 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wahkiakum High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wahkiakum High School's student population of 127 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
127 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Wahkiakum 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 Wahkiakum High School is 0.42, 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
#930 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wahkiakum High School's ranking?
Wahkiakum High School is ranked #930 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wahkiakum High School?
The graduation rate of Wahkiakum High School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wahkiakum High School?
127 students attend Wahkiakum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Wahkiakum High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wahkiakum High School?
Wahkiakum High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wahkiakum High School offer ?
Wahkiakum High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wahkiakum High School part of?
Wahkiakum High School is part of Wahkiakum School District.
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