Serving 1,382 students in grades 9-12, Shadle Park 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 22% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 1,382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shadle Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Shadle Park High School's student population of 1,382 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shadle Park 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 Shadle Park High School is 0.47, 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
#1163 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
71%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shadle Park High School's ranking?
Shadle Park High School is ranked #1163 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Shadle Park High School often compared to?
Shadle Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shadle Park High School?
The graduation rate of Shadle Park High School is 91%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Shadle Park High School?
1,382 students attend Shadle Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Shadle Park High School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shadle Park High School?
Shadle Park High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Shadle Park High School offer ?
Shadle Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Shadle Park High School part of?
Shadle Park High School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Shadle Park High School located?
Shadle Park High School is located in the Audubon Downriver neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Audubon Downriver.
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