The Lake Washington Institute of Technology is a public community college in Kirkland, Washington. LWTech is a member of the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges and offers bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and professional certificates in more than 40 areas of study.
Lake Washington Technical Academy serves 138 students in grades 11-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Washington Technical Academy's student population of 138 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Year Founded
1949
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
The Future Begins With You
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lake Washington Technical Academy is 0.61, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≥90%
61%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
36%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
51%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
15-19%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)0.7%
18.4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Lake Washington Technical Academy?
The graduation rate of Lake Washington Technical Academy is 15-19%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lake Washington Technical Academy?
138 students attend Lake Washington Technical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Lake Washington Technical Academy students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Lake Washington Technical Academy offer ?
Lake Washington Technical Academy offers enrollment in grades 11-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Washington Technical Academy part of?
Lake Washington Technical Academy is part of Lake Washington Institute Of Technology School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Washington Technical Academy located?
Lake Washington Technical Academy is located in the North Rose Hill neighborhood of Kirkland, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Rose Hill.
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