Curtis Senior High School is a public high school located in University Place, Washington. Curtis Senior High School is a part of the University Place School District and the only high school in the district. The University Place school district includes most of University Place and portions of Fircrest and Tacoma.
Serving 1,321 students in grades 10-12, Curtis Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 10% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Curtis Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Curtis Senior High School's student population of 1,321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,321 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Curtis Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Curtis Senior High School is 0.75, which is more 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
#358 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
Asian
12%
9%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
12%
5%
White
41%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Curtis Senior High School's ranking?
Curtis Senior High School is ranked #358 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Curtis Senior High School often compared to?
Curtis Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stadium High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Curtis Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Curtis Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Curtis Senior High School?
1,321 students attend Curtis Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Curtis Senior High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Curtis Senior High School?
Curtis Senior High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Curtis Senior High School offer ?
Curtis Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Curtis Senior High School part of?
Curtis Senior High School is part of University Place School District.
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