Serving 1,006 students in grades 9-12, Washougal High School ranks in the top 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 36% (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 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 1,006 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washougal High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Washougal High School's student population of 1,006 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,006 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washougal High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washougal High School is 0.37, 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
#710 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
78%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washougal High School's ranking?
Washougal High School is ranked #710 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Washougal High School often compared to?
Washougal High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% 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 Washougal High School?
The graduation rate of Washougal High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Washougal High School?
1,006 students attend Washougal High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Washougal High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washougal High School?
Washougal High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Washougal High School offer ?
Washougal High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washougal High School part of?
Washougal High School is part of Washougal School District.
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