Serving 1,781 students in grades 9-12, North Creek High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,781 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Creek High 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
North Creek High School's student population of 1,781 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,781 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Creek High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Creek 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
#142 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
42%
9%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
36%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Creek High School's ranking?
North Creek High School is ranked #142 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are North Creek High School often compared to?
North Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry M. Jackson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Creek High School?
The graduation rate of North Creek High School is 97%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend North Creek High School?
1,781 students attend North Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of North Creek High School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Creek High School?
North Creek High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Creek High School offer ?
North Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Creek High School part of?
North Creek High School is part of Northshore School District.
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