Serving 2,027 students in grades 9-12, Wenatchee 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 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,027 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 10% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wenatchee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wenatchee High School's student population of 2,027 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,027 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wenatchee High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wenatchee High School is 0.54, 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
#761 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
54%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
41%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wenatchee High School's ranking?
Wenatchee High School is ranked #761 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Wenatchee High School often compared to?
Wenatchee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastmont Senior High School, Cashmere High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wenatchee High School?
The graduation rate of Wenatchee High School is 93%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wenatchee High School?
2,027 students attend Wenatchee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Wenatchee High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wenatchee High School?
Wenatchee High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wenatchee High School offer ?
Wenatchee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wenatchee High School part of?
Wenatchee High School is part of Wenatchee School District.
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