Serving 435 students in grades 9-12, Hoquiam 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 39% 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: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hoquiam High School's student population of 435 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hoquiam 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 Hoquiam High School is 0.56, 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
#1541 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
26%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
61%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoquiam High School's ranking?
Hoquiam High School is ranked #1541 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Hoquiam High School often compared to?
Hoquiam High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montesano Jr-sr High School, J M Weatherwax High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hoquiam High School?
The graduation rate of Hoquiam High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hoquiam High School?
435 students attend Hoquiam High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Hoquiam High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hoquiam High School?
Hoquiam High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hoquiam High School offer ?
Hoquiam High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hoquiam High School part of?
Hoquiam High School is part of Hoquiam School District.
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