Serving 114 students in grades 9-12, Darrington High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darrington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Darrington High School's student population of 114 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
114 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Darrington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Darrington High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1118 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
53%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1

American Indian
3%
1%

Asian
n/a
9%

Hispanic
8%
26%

Black
n/a
5%

White
82%
48%

Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%

Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
49%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darrington High School's ranking?
Darrington High School is ranked #1118 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Darrington High School?
The graduation rate of Darrington High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Darrington High School?
114 students attend Darrington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Darrington High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Darrington High School?
Darrington High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Darrington High School offer ?
Darrington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Darrington High School part of?
Darrington High School is part of Darrington School District.
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