Serving 1,105 students in grades 9-12, Nathan Hale High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,105 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nathan Hale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Nathan Hale High School's student population of 1,105 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,105 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nathan Hale 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 Nathan Hale High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#392 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
11%
5%
White
50%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nathan Hale High School's ranking?
Nathan Hale High School is ranked #392 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Nathan Hale High School often compared to?
Nathan Hale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt High School, Ingraham High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nathan Hale High School?
The graduation rate of Nathan Hale High School is 89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Nathan Hale High School?
1,105 students attend Nathan Hale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Nathan Hale High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nathan Hale High School?
Nathan Hale High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Nathan Hale High School offer ?
Nathan Hale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Nathan Hale High School part of?
Nathan Hale High School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Nathan Hale High School located?
Nathan Hale High School is located in the Meadowbrook neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Meadowbrook.
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