Serving 141 students in grades 9-12, Wahkiakum High School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wahkiakum High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wahkiakum High School's student population of 141 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Wahkiakum High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wahkiakum 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
#582 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
74%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Wahkiakum High School's ranking?
Wahkiakum High School is ranked #582 out of 2,113 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wahkiakum High School?
The graduation rate of Wahkiakum High School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wahkiakum High School?
141 students attend Wahkiakum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Wahkiakum High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wahkiakum High School?
Wahkiakum High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wahkiakum High School offer ?
Wahkiakum High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wahkiakum High School part of?
Wahkiakum High School is part of Wahkiakum School District.
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