Silas High School is a four-year public secondary school in Tacoma, Washington. It is one of five traditional high schools in the Tacoma Public Schools and is located at the intersection of Orchard Street and 11th Street.
Serving 1,136 students in grades 9-12, Dr. Dolores Silas 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 21% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,136 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Dolores Silas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dr. Dolores Silas High School's student population of 1,136 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Rankings
Dr. Dolores Silas 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 Dr. Dolores Silas 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
#1100 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
10%
5%
White
52%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rams
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Dolores Silas High School's ranking?
Dr. Dolores Silas High School is ranked #1100 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Dr. Dolores Silas High School often compared to?
Dr. Dolores Silas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stadium High School, Foss High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Dolores Silas High School?
The graduation rate of Dr. Dolores Silas High School is 97%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dr. Dolores Silas High School?
1,136 students attend Dr. Dolores Silas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Dr. Dolores Silas High School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Dolores Silas High School?
Dr. Dolores Silas High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dr. Dolores Silas High School offer ?
Dr. Dolores Silas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dr. Dolores Silas High School part of?
Dr. Dolores Silas High School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Dolores Silas High School located?
Dr. Dolores Silas High School is located in the West End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 14 other public schools located in West End.
School Reviews
5 2/26/2016
I went to Wilson. It was an awesome experience. Great teachers, great fellow classmates. Totally changed the meaning of high school for me. I strongly recommend this school for any student in the North End area.
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