Toppenish High School is a public high school in Toppenish, Washington. It is a part of the Toppenish School District in Yakima County.
Serving 969 students in grades 9-12, Toppenish 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 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 969 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Toppenish High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Toppenish High School's student population of 969 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
969 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Toppenish 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 Toppenish High School is 0.17, 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
#1691 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Hispanic
91%
27%
White
2%
47%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toppenish High School's ranking?
Toppenish High School is ranked #1691 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Toppenish High School often compared to?
Toppenish High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wapato High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Toppenish High School?
The graduation rate of Toppenish High School is 99%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Toppenish High School?
969 students attend Toppenish High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Toppenish High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Toppenish High School?
Toppenish High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Toppenish High School offer ?
Toppenish High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Toppenish High School part of?
Toppenish High School is part of Toppenish School District.
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