Serving 266 students in grades 7-12, South Bend 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 30-34% (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 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Bend High School's student population of 266 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Bend 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 South Bend High School is 0.63, 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
#1122 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
43%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
43%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Bend High School's ranking?
South Bend High School is ranked #1122 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are South Bend High School often compared to?
South Bend High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raymond Jr Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 South Bend High School?
The graduation rate of South Bend High School is 80%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Bend High School?
266 students attend South Bend High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of South Bend High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Bend High School?
South Bend High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Bend High School offer ?
South Bend High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Bend High School part of?
South Bend High School is part of South Bend School District.
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