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 222 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 10-14% (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 222 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lake Washington Technical Academy is 0.55, 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%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
64%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
10-14%
84%
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 10-14%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lake Washington Technical Academy?
222 students attend Lake Washington Technical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lake Washington Technical Academy students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
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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