Shorecrest High School is a public high school in Shoreline, Washington, United States, one of two high schools in the Shoreline School District. Shorecrest was founded in 1961. Its mascot is Otis the Fighting Scot and students refer to themselves as "Scots", or the "Highlanders", a reference to the Clan Gordon.
Serving 1,527 students in grades 9-12, Shorecrest High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,527 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 10% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shorecrest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Shorecrest High School's student population of 1,527 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Shorecrest High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shorecrest High School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#308 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
9%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
10%
5%
White
50%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
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: The Fighting Scot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shorecrest High School's ranking?
Shorecrest High School is ranked #308 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Shorecrest High School often compared to?
Shorecrest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shorewood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shorecrest High School?
The graduation rate of Shorecrest High School is 94%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Shorecrest High School?
1,527 students attend Shorecrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Shorecrest High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shorecrest High School?
Shorecrest High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Shorecrest High School offer ?
Shorecrest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shorecrest High School part of?
Shorecrest High School is part of Shoreline School District.
In what neighborhood is Shorecrest High School located?
Shorecrest High School is located in the Briarcrest neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Briarcrest.
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