Serving 85 students in grades 9-12, Cedar 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cedar High School's student population of 85 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
85 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Cedar High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1565 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
74%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar High School's ranking?
Cedar High School is ranked #1565 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cedar High School?
The graduation rate of Cedar High School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Cedar High School?
85 students attend Cedar High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Cedar High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar High School?
Cedar High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cedar High School offer ?
Cedar High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar High School part of?
Cedar High School is part of Shelton School District.
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