Serving 1,964 students in grades 9-12, Camas High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian and 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: 1,964 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Camas 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
Camas High School's student population of 1,964 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,964 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Camas High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camas High School is 0.55, 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
#128 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
9%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
65%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camas High School's ranking?
Camas High School is ranked #128 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Camas High School often compared to?
Camas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Camas High School?
The graduation rate of Camas High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Camas High School?
1,964 students attend Camas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Camas High School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Camas High School?
Camas High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Camas High School offer ?
Camas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Camas High School part of?
Camas High School is part of Camas School District.
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