For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,480 students in Kelso, WA.
The top ranked public high schools in Kelso, WA are Kelso High School and Loowit High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kelso, WA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Washington public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in Kelso have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public high schools.
Kelso, WA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kelso High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Kelso, WA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kelso High School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1904 Allen St
Kelso, WA 98626
(360) 501-1801
Kelso, WA 98626
(360) 501-1801
Grades: 9-12
| 1,424 students
Rank: #22.
Loowit High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Allen St
Kelso, WA 98626
(360) 501-1951
Kelso, WA 98626
(360) 501-1951
Grades: 6-12
| 8 students
Rank: n/an/a
Kelso Goal Oriented Learning Design
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1030 15th Ave Suite 300
Kelso, WA 98626
(360) 501-1824
Kelso, WA 98626
(360) 501-1824
Grades: 9-12
| 23 students
Rank: n/an/a
Special Education
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
601 Crawford St
Kelso, WA 98626
(360) 501-1904
Kelso, WA 98626
(360) 501-1904
Grades: PK-12
| 25 students
Kelso, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
404 Long Ave.
Kelso, WA 98626
(360) 501-1550
Kelso, WA 98626
(360) 501-1550
Grades: K-5
| 234 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Kelso, WA?
The top ranked public high schools in Kelso, WA include Kelso High School and Loowit High School.
How many public high schools are located in Kelso?
4 public high schools are located in Kelso.
What is the racial composition of students in Kelso?
Kelso public high schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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