Prairie High School is a high school in Brush Prairie, Washington, United States. Built in 1979, it is part of the Battle Ground School District of public schools in Clark County, located in the southwest region of the state.
Serving 1,502 students in grades 9-12, Prairie 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 30% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 1,502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie High School's student population of 1,502 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,502 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairie High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie 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
#868 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
65%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie High School's ranking?
Prairie High School is ranked #868 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Prairie High School often compared to?
Prairie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Battle Ground High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Prairie High School?
The graduation rate of Prairie High School is 86%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Prairie High School?
1,502 students attend Prairie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Prairie High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie High School?
Prairie High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Prairie High School offer ?
Prairie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prairie High School part of?
Prairie High School is part of Battle Ground School District.
In what neighborhood is Prairie High School located?
Prairie High School is located in the Orchards neighborhood of Battle Ground, WA.
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