Oak Harbor High School is a public grade 9–12 high school that is located in Oak Harbor, Washington, United States, on Whidbey Island. The school is in the Oak Harbor School District #201. Nathan Salisbury is the Principal. Nathaniel Shepherd and Arnie Otterbeck are the Associate Principals.
Serving 1,607 students in grades 9-12, Oak Harbor 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 27% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 1,607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Harbor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Harbor High School's student population of 1,607 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1906
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
Campus Size
47
School Motto
Empowering Students. Growing Together.
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Oak Harbor High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Harbor High School is 0.63, 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
#865 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
56%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Harbor High School's ranking?
Oak Harbor High School is ranked #865 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Oak Harbor High School often compared to?
Oak Harbor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coupeville High School, South Whidbey High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oak Harbor High School?
The graduation rate of Oak Harbor High School is 87%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Oak Harbor High School?
1,607 students attend Oak Harbor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Oak Harbor High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Harbor High School?
Oak Harbor High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Oak Harbor High School offer ?
Oak Harbor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oak Harbor High School part of?
Oak Harbor High School is part of Oak Harbor School District.
School Reviews
1 3/16/2020
This school has a great academic program. It offers several opportunities such as automotive classes to be able to learn early skills for the future of the working citizen, as well as a great music program. The tagtache teachers are wonderful. However, the sports programs are very competitive. If you try out for a sport that you have a passion for but need to learn more to get better, good luck making a team. You come in as a freshman, new to the area, and try out for the team and get cut a few days later. Not just freshman year, sophomore year as well. And then the coach tells you you'll have the skills in a couple more years. So much for enjoying sports. But at least I was able to start a career.
5 11/22/2010
OHHS just completed a massive remodel and expansion of the school building and it looks great! My son is have a GREAT time at this school and has far more learning opportunities here than at any other high school in the area. The program options include a long list of Advanced Placement Classes to CTE classes in which my son is earning college credit is the school (15 credits this year alone for FREE). Strong sports, music, and award-winning clubs and activities round out this school. If you have the chance to have your child in OHHS, go for it! You'll be glad you did - I sure am!
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