Serving 1,431 students in grades 9-12, Marysville Getchell High School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marysville Getchell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Marysville Getchell High School's student population of 1,431 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,431 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Marysville Getchell High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marysville Getchell High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#640 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
53%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1

American Indian
2%
1%

Asian
10%
9%

Hispanic
26%
26%

Black
4%
5%

White
46%
48%

Hawaiian
1%
2%

Two or more races
11%
9%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
91%
84%

Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
49%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marysville Getchell High School's ranking?
Marysville Getchell High School is ranked #640 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Marysville Getchell High School often compared to?
Marysville Getchell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marysville Pilchuck High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marysville Getchell High School?
The graduation rate of Marysville Getchell High School is 91%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Marysville Getchell High School?
1,431 students attend Marysville Getchell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Marysville Getchell High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marysville Getchell High School?
Marysville Getchell High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Marysville Getchell High School offer ?
Marysville Getchell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marysville Getchell High School part of?
Marysville Getchell High School is part of Marysville School District.
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