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 1,555 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). 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 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,555 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- 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
School Overview
Shorewood High School's student population of 1,555 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Rankings
Shorewood High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 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
#335 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
9%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
47%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
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 #335 out of 2,113 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?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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 89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Shorewood High School?
1,555 students attend Shorewood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Shorewood High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shorewood High School?
Shorewood High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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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