Serving 1,368 students in grades 9-12, Ridgeline 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 43% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgeline High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ridgeline High School's student population of 1,368 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline High School is 0.26, 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
#423 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
86%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 Ridgeline High School's ranking?
Ridgeline High School is ranked #423 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ridgeline High School?
The graduation rate of Ridgeline High School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Ridgeline High School?
1,368 students attend Ridgeline High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Ridgeline High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridgeline High School?
Ridgeline High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ridgeline High School offer ?
Ridgeline High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ridgeline High School part of?
Ridgeline High School is part of Central Valley School District.
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