Serving 766 students in grades 9-12, Anacortes High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anacortes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Anacortes High School's student population of 766 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
766 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Anacortes High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anacortes High School is 0.42, 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
#140 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anacortes High School's ranking?
Anacortes High School is ranked #140 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Anacortes High School often compared to?
Anacortes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burlington Edison High School, La Conner High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anacortes High School?
The graduation rate of Anacortes High School is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Anacortes High School?
766 students attend Anacortes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Anacortes High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anacortes High School?
Anacortes High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Anacortes High School offer ?
Anacortes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anacortes High School part of?
Anacortes High School is part of Anacortes School District.
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