Shorewood High School is one of two public high schools in the Shoreline School District in Shoreline, Washington, United States. The school originally opened in 1975 and is the largest high school in the district. It serves students in grades nine through twelve.
Serving 1,544 students in grades 9-12, Shorewood High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (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 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shorewood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Shorewood High School's student population of 1,544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,544 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Rankings
Shorewood 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 Shorewood High School is 0.72, 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
#228 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Asian
15%
9%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
9%
5%
White
46%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stormrays
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shorewood High School's ranking?
Shorewood High School is ranked #228 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Shorewood High School often compared to?
Shorewood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shorecrest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% 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 Shorewood High School?
The graduation rate of Shorewood High School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Shorewood High School?
1,544 students attend Shorewood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Shorewood High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shorewood High School?
Shorewood High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shorewood High School offer ?
Shorewood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shorewood High School part of?
Shorewood High School is part of Shoreline School District.
In what neighborhood is Shorewood High School located?
Shorewood High School is located in the Richmond Highlands neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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