Serving 2,464 students in grades 9-12, Issaquah High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% 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: 2,464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Issaquah High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Issaquah High School's student population of 2,464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Issaquah 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 Issaquah 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)80%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)91%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
9%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
3%
5%
White
49%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)92%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Issaquah High School's ranking?
Issaquah 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?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Issaquah High School?
The graduation rate of Issaquah High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Issaquah High School?
2,464 students attend Issaquah High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Issaquah High School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Issaquah High School?
Issaquah High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Issaquah High School offer ?
Issaquah High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Issaquah High School part of?
Issaquah High School is part of Issaquah School District.
In what neighborhood is Issaquah High School located?
Issaquah High School is located in the Olde Town neighborhood of Issaquah, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Olde Town.
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