Serving 1,517 students in grades 9-12, Bellevue 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 73% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bellevue 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
Bellevue High School's student population of 1,517 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bellevue 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 Bellevue High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#51 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
39%
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
37%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellevue High School's ranking?
Bellevue High School is ranked #51 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bellevue High School?
The graduation rate of Bellevue High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Bellevue High School?
1,517 students attend Bellevue High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Bellevue High School students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bellevue High School?
Bellevue High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bellevue High School offer ?
Bellevue High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bellevue High School part of?
Bellevue High School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Bellevue High School located?
Bellevue High School is located in the West Bellevue neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in West Bellevue.
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