Lake Stevens High School is a high school located in Lake Stevens, Washington, United States, in the Lake Stevens School District. LSHS currently educates grades 10–12.
Serving 2,187 students in grades 10-12, Lake Stevens Sr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 2,187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Stevens Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Stevens Sr High School's student population of 2,187 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1909
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Sep 5, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Rankings
Lake Stevens Sr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Stevens Sr High School is 0.57, 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
#560 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
62%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Stevens Sr High School's ranking?
Lake Stevens Sr High School is ranked #560 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Stevens Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Stevens Sr High School is 88%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lake Stevens Sr High School?
2,187 students attend Lake Stevens Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lake Stevens Sr High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Stevens Sr High School?
Lake Stevens Sr High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake Stevens Sr High School offer ?
Lake Stevens Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Stevens Sr High School part of?
Lake Stevens Sr High School is part of Lake Stevens School District.
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