North Creek High School is a public secondary school in Bothell, Washington. It is located in Bothell's North Creek neighborhood. North Creek High School serves grades 9 through 12, in the Northern portion of the Northshore School District.
Serving 1,917 students in grades 9-12, North Creek High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,917 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Creek High School's student population of 1,917 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,917 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Year Founded
2017
Colors
White, Green, Purple, Silver
School Rankings
North Creek High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Creek High School is 0.68, 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
#158 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
45%
9%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
33%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: El Jefe (jaguar)
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Creek High School's ranking?
North Creek High School is ranked #158 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are North Creek High School often compared to?
North Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry M. Jackson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Creek High School?
The graduation rate of North Creek High School is 97%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend North Creek High School?
1,917 students attend North Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of North Creek High School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Creek High School?
North Creek High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Creek High School offer ?
North Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Creek High School part of?
North Creek High School is part of Northshore School District.
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