Serving 1,232 students in grades 9-12, Bainbridge High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 96% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,232 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 10% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bainbridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bainbridge High School's student population of 1,232 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bainbridge High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bainbridge High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#43 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
75%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bainbridge High School's ranking?
Bainbridge High School is ranked #43 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Bainbridge High School often compared to?
Bainbridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Harbor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 96% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bainbridge High School?
The graduation rate of Bainbridge High School is 94%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Bainbridge High School?
1,232 students attend Bainbridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Bainbridge High School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bainbridge High School?
Bainbridge High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bainbridge High School offer ?
Bainbridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bainbridge High School part of?
Bainbridge High School is part of Bainbridge Island School District.
School Reviews
3 12/27/2021
The staff and teachers are great and have encouraged our child. The many activities are both challenging and engaging for our child. Great school.
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