Serving 1,701 students in grades 10-12, Puyallup High School ranks in the top 30% 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 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,701 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Puyallup High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Puyallup High School's student population of 1,701 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,701 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Puyallup High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Puyallup High School is 0.66, which is less 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
#565 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
54%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puyallup High School's ranking?
Puyallup High School is ranked #565 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Puyallup High School often compared to?
Puyallup High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gov John Rogers High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Puyallup High School?
The graduation rate of Puyallup High School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Puyallup High School?
1,701 students attend Puyallup High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Puyallup High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Puyallup High School?
Puyallup High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Puyallup High School offer ?
Puyallup High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Puyallup High School part of?
Puyallup High School is part of Puyallup School District.
School Reviews
5 7/27/2012
I graduated from puyallup high school in june of 2012. I love how everyone is so friendly and kind and there are alot of courses to choose from. Rock on Puyallup !
2 8/17/2011
I would not recommend this school if your child is African American. Racial tensions are high in this school. Just Google Puyallup High School and racial tension and you'll see what I mean. I attended there from 95-97 and was repeatedly referred to as Nigger by a number of students and had racial slurs directed my way. While celebrating Martin Luther King Day a student came in the class and yelled Happy Nigger Day. Nothing was done. It is a hostile environment and if you can place your child in a different school I'd recommend you do so.
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