Lynnwood High School is a high school in the Edmonds School District, located in Bothell, Washington. The school has approximately 1600 students enrolled for grades 9–12 as of the 2013-2014 school year. Lynnwood High School's mascot is a Chimera and athletic teams are known as Royals.
Serving 1,375 students in grades 9-12, Lynnwood High School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lynnwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lynnwood High School's student population of 1,375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
Black, Gold
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
'Excellence in Education'
School Rankings
Lynnwood High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lynnwood 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
#474 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
19%
9%
Hispanic
32%
26%
Black
11%
5%
White
33%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Royals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lynnwood High School's ranking?
Lynnwood High School is ranked #474 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lynnwood High School often compared to?
Lynnwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountlake Terrace High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lynnwood High School?
The graduation rate of Lynnwood High School is 84%, which is equal to the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lynnwood High School?
1,375 students attend Lynnwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Lynnwood High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lynnwood High School?
Lynnwood High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lynnwood High School offer ?
Lynnwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lynnwood High School part of?
Lynnwood High School is part of Edmonds School District.
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