Serving 727 students in grades 6-12, General William H. Harrison Preparatory School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
General William H. Harrison Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
General William H. Harrison Preparatory School's student population of 727 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
727 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
General William H. Harrison Preparatory School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of General William H. Harrison Preparatory 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
#950 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
45%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
28%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is General William H. Harrison Preparatory School's ranking?
General William H. Harrison Preparatory School is ranked #950 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are General William H. Harrison Preparatory School often compared to?
General William H. Harrison Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hudtloff Middle School, Thomas Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of General William H. Harrison Preparatory School?
The graduation rate of General William H. Harrison Preparatory School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend General William H. Harrison Preparatory School?
727 students attend General William H. Harrison Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of General William H. Harrison Preparatory School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of General William H. Harrison Preparatory School?
General William H. Harrison Preparatory School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does General William H. Harrison Preparatory School offer ?
General William H. Harrison Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is General William H. Harrison Preparatory School part of?
General William H. Harrison Preparatory School is part of Clover Park School District.
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