Serving 480 students in grades 9-12, Omak 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Omak High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Omak High School's student population of 480 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Omak 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 Omak High School is 0.73, 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
#1214 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
18%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
31%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
36%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Omak High School's ranking?
Omak High School is ranked #1214 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Omak High School often compared to?
Omak High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Okanogan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Omak High School?
The graduation rate of Omak High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Omak High School?
480 students attend Omak High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Omak High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are American Indian, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Omak High School?
Omak High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Omak High School offer ?
Omak High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Omak High School part of?
Omak High School is part of Omak School District.
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