Serving 446 students in grades 9-12, Chelan High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chelan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chelan High School's student population of 446 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chelan High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chelan High School is 0.53, 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
#541 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
56%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
40%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chelan High School's ranking?
Chelan High School is ranked #541 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Chelan High School often compared to?
Chelan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade High School, Cashmere High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chelan High School?
The graduation rate of Chelan High School is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Chelan High School?
446 students attend Chelan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Chelan High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chelan High School?
Chelan High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chelan High School offer ?
Chelan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chelan High School part of?
Chelan High School is part of Lake Chelan School District.
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