Vashon Island High School is a public high school located on Vashon Island, Washington. Vashon Island High School, a part of the Vashon Island School District, is the only high school to serve the island. VHS runs 9th through 12th grade.
Serving 513 students in grades 9-12, Vashon Island 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vashon Island 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
Vashon Island High School's student population of 513 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1912
Colors
Black, Green
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
Vashon Island 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 Vashon Island High School is 0.45, 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
#176 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
72%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Piracy
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vashon Island High School's ranking?
Vashon Island High School is ranked #176 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Vashon Island High School often compared to?
Vashon Island High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Seattle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vashon Island High School?
The graduation rate of Vashon Island High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Vashon Island High School?
513 students attend Vashon Island High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Vashon Island High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vashon Island High School?
Vashon Island High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Vashon Island High School offer ?
Vashon Island High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vashon Island High School part of?
Vashon Island High School is part of Vashon Island School District.
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