University High School, often referred to as "U-Hi" or "U-High", is a public high school for grades nine through twelve in Spokane Valley, Washington, United States. It is part of the Central Valley School District in Spokane Valley. In late 2002, the school campus moved approximately 2 miles to its current location.
Serving 1,395 students in grades 9-12, University High School ranks in the top 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 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 1,395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
University High School's student population of 1,395 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Rankings
University High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University High School is 0.26, 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
#722 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
86%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University High School's ranking?
University High School is ranked #722 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are University High School often compared to?
University High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of University High School?
The graduation rate of University High School is 87%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend University High School?
1,395 students attend University High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of University High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University High School?
University High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does University High School offer ?
University High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is University High School part of?
University High School is part of Central Valley School District.
School Reviews
5 9/15/2021
Would be the best school in the valley if they could muster up more school spirit out of the kids and teachers. Turnout to all events was usually bad, they didn''t put a whole lot of effort into them.
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