Sunnyside High School, is a 4A public high school located in Sunnyside, Washington, United States. This high school serves around 2,169 students from grades 9–12 as of 2024. Sunnyside High School is fostered not only around its academia but its school culture, as the Grizzlies.
Serving 2,167 students in grades 9-12, Sunnyside 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 14% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,167 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunnyside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sunnyside High School's student population of 2,167 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
Sunnyside 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 Sunnyside High School is 0.15, 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
#1476 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
92%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
7%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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: Grizzly
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunnyside High School's ranking?
Sunnyside High School is ranked #1476 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sunnyside High School often compared to?
Sunnyside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grandview High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sunnyside High School?
The graduation rate of Sunnyside High School is 84%, which is equal to the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sunnyside High School?
2,167 students attend Sunnyside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Sunnyside High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunnyside High School?
Sunnyside High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sunnyside High School offer ?
Sunnyside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunnyside High School part of?
Sunnyside High School is part of Sunnyside School District.
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