Serving 593 students in grades 6-12, International School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 93% (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 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
International School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
International School's student population of 593 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
International School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of International School is 0.61, 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
#16 out of 2113 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
56%
9%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
27%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is International School's ranking?
International School is ranked #16 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are International School often compared to?
International Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Odle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of International School?
The graduation rate of International School is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend International School?
593 students attend International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of International School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of International School?
International School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does International School offer ?
International School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is International School part of?
International School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is International School located?
International School is located in the Wilburton neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Wilburton.
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