Royal High School is a public high school located in Royal City, Washington that serves 417 students in grades 9–12. 77% of the students are Hispanic, while 22% are white.
Serving 592 students in grades 9-12, Royal High School ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Royal High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Royal High School's student population of 592 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
592 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Royal High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Royal High School is 0.27, 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
#1585 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
84%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
15%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Royal High School's ranking?
Royal High School is ranked #1585 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Royal High School often compared to?
Royal High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moses Lake High School, Warden High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Royal High School?
The graduation rate of Royal High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Royal High School?
592 students attend Royal High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Royal High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Royal High School?
Royal High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Royal High School offer ?
Royal High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Royal High School part of?
Royal High School is part of Royal School District.
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