Serving 1,565 students in grades 9-12, Snohomish 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 71% (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 26% 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: 1,565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Snohomish High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Snohomish High School's student population of 1,565 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Snohomish 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 Snohomish High School is 0.43, 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
#633 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
74%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Snohomish High School's ranking?
Snohomish High School is ranked #633 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Snohomish High School often compared to?
Snohomish High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glacier Peak 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 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Snohomish High School?
The graduation rate of Snohomish High School is 89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Snohomish High School?
1,565 students attend Snohomish High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Snohomish High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Snohomish High School?
Snohomish High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Snohomish High School offer ?
Snohomish High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Snohomish High School part of?
Snohomish High School is part of Snohomish School District.
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