Serving 916 students in grades 9-12, J M Weatherwax 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 23% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 916 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
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School Overview
J M Weatherwax High School's student population of 916 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
916 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J M Weatherwax 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 J M Weatherwax High School is 0.59, 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
#1183 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
37%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
52%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
41%
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 J M Weatherwax High School's ranking?
J M Weatherwax High School is ranked #1183 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are J M Weatherwax High School often compared to?
J M Weatherwax High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montesano Jr-sr High School, Hoquiam High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of J M Weatherwax High School?
The graduation rate of J M Weatherwax High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend J M Weatherwax High School?
916 students attend J M Weatherwax High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of J M Weatherwax High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J M Weatherwax High School?
J M Weatherwax High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does J M Weatherwax High School offer ?
J M Weatherwax High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is J M Weatherwax High School part of?
J M Weatherwax High School is part of Aberdeen School District.
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