Serving 1,695 students in grades 9-12, Juanita High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 50% 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: 1,695 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juanita High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Juanita High School's student population of 1,695 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,695 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Juanita High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Juanita High School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#236 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
50%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
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 Juanita High School's ranking?
Juanita High School is ranked #236 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Juanita High School often compared to?
Juanita High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Washington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Juanita High School?
The graduation rate of Juanita High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Juanita High School?
1,695 students attend Juanita High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Juanita High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juanita High School?
Juanita High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Juanita High School offer ?
Juanita High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Juanita High School part of?
Juanita High School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Juanita High School located?
Juanita High School is located in the North Juanita neighborhood of Kirkland, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Juanita.
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