Serving 1,630 students in grades 9-12, Glacier Peak 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 58% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,630 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glacier Peak High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Glacier Peak High School's student population of 1,630 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,630 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glacier Peak 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 Glacier Peak High School is 0.54, 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
#166 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
66%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Glacier Peak High School's ranking?
Glacier Peak High School is ranked #166 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Glacier Peak High School often compared to?
Glacier Peak High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry M. Jackson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glacier Peak High School?
The graduation rate of Glacier Peak High School is 96%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Glacier Peak High School?
1,630 students attend Glacier Peak High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Glacier Peak High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glacier Peak High School?
Glacier Peak High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Glacier Peak High School offer ?
Glacier Peak High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Glacier Peak High School part of?
Glacier Peak High School is part of Snohomish School District.
School Reviews
5 10/4/2022
Great school with a good balance between academics and sports.
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