Serving 1,514 students in grades 9-12, Bellevue High School ranks in the top 5% 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 79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bellevue High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bellevue High School's student population of 1,514 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bellevue High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellevue High School is 0.67, 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
#45 out of 2052 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)79%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)92%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
9%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
42%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)92%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellevue High School's ranking?
Bellevue High School is ranked #45 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bellevue High School?
The graduation rate of Bellevue High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Bellevue High School?
1,514 students attend Bellevue High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Bellevue High School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bellevue High School?
Bellevue High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bellevue High School offer ?
Bellevue High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bellevue High School part of?
Bellevue High School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Bellevue High School located?
Bellevue High School is located in the West Bellevue neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in West Bellevue.
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