Serving 550 students in grades 9-12, Royal 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 86% 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: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Royal High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Royal High School's student population of 550 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Royal 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 Royal 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
#1479 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
85%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
14%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
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 Royal High School's ranking?
Royal High School is ranked #1479 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Royal High School often compared to?
Royal High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moses Lake High School, Warden 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Royal High School?
The graduation rate of Royal High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Royal High School?
550 students attend Royal High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Royal High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Royal High School?
Royal High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Royal High School offer ?
Royal High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Royal High School part of?
Royal High School is part of Royal School District.
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