For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 142 students in Carnation, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Carnation, WA are Parade, Choice and Clip. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carnation, WA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in Carnation have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public high schools.
Carnation, WA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Clip, with ≥50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Carnation, WA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parade
Alternative School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
32302 Ne 50th St
Carnation, WA 98014
(206) 333-4370
Carnation, WA 98014
(206) 333-4370
Gr: PK-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Choice
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
32302 Ne 50th St
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4960
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4960
Gr: 7-10
Rank: #33.
Clip
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
32302 Ne 50th Street
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4960
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4960
Gr: 9-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Carnation, WA?
How many public high schools are located in Carnation?
3 public high schools are located in Carnation.
What is the racial composition of students in Carnation?
Carnation public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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