For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,172 students in Poulsbo, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Poulsbo, WA are North Kitsap High School and Chief Kitsap Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Poulsbo, WA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in Poulsbo have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public high schools.
Poulsbo, WA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Kitsap High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Poulsbo, WA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Kitsap High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1780 Ne Hostmark St
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3100
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,098 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Chief Kitsap Academy
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15838 Sandy Hook Rd
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 394-8566
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 394-8566
Gr: K-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Poulsbo, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Poulsbo, WA include North Kitsap High School and Chief Kitsap Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Poulsbo?
2 public high schools are located in Poulsbo.
What is the racial composition of students in Poulsbo?
Poulsbo public high schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Poulsbo are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Poulsbo include: Chief Kitsap Academy vs. North Kitsap High School
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