Ellensburg High School is a secondary school in Ellensburg, Washington, United States, operated by the Ellensburg School District.
Serving 957 students in grades 9-12, Ellensburg 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 35% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 31% 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: 957 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ellensburg High School's student population of 957 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
957 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Rankings
Ellensburg 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 Ellensburg High School is 0.47, 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
#949 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
69%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellensburg High School's ranking?
Ellensburg High School is ranked #949 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Ellensburg High School often compared to?
Ellensburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sumner High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ellensburg High School?
The graduation rate of Ellensburg High School is 88%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Ellensburg High School?
957 students attend Ellensburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Ellensburg High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Ellensburg High School?
Ellensburg High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ellensburg High School offer ?
Ellensburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ellensburg High School part of?
Ellensburg High School is part of Ellensburg School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Ellensburg High has always had an excellent set of academic standards.
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