Serving 1,163 students in grades 9-12, Sehome 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 57% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (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 27% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sehome 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
Sehome High School's student population of 1,163 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sehome 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 Sehome High School is 0.45, 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
#164 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
73%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 Sehome High School's ranking?
Sehome High School is ranked #164 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sehome High School often compared to?
Sehome High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellingham High School, Squalicum High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sehome High School?
The graduation rate of Sehome High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sehome High School?
1,163 students attend Sehome High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Sehome High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sehome High School?
Sehome High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sehome High School offer ?
Sehome High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sehome High School part of?
Sehome High School is part of Bellingham School District.
In what neighborhood is Sehome High School located?
Sehome High School is located in the Happy Valley neighborhood of Bellingham, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Happy Valley.
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