Serving 1,329 students in grades 9-12, West Seattle High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 1,329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Seattle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Seattle High School's student population of 1,329 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Seattle High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Seattle High School is 0.55, 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
#198 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
65%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Seattle High School's ranking?
West Seattle High School is ranked #198 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are West Seattle High School often compared to?
West Seattle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chief Sealth International High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Seattle High School?
The graduation rate of West Seattle High School is 91%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Seattle High School?
1,329 students attend West Seattle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of West Seattle High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Seattle High School?
West Seattle High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Seattle High School offer ?
West Seattle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Seattle High School part of?
West Seattle High School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is West Seattle High School located?
West Seattle High School is located in the North Admiral neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Admiral.
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