Walla Walla High School is a public high school in Walla Walla, Washington that is the largest school in the Walla Walla Public School System. Located in Walla Walla East, the sprawling 60-acre campus features detached buildings and an open layout.
Serving 1,586 students in grades 9-12, Walla Walla 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 30% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,586 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walla Walla High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Walla Walla High School's student population of 1,586 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
Walla Walla 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 Walla Walla High School is 0.58, 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
#953 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
43%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
49%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Devils
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walla Walla High School's ranking?
Walla Walla High School is ranked #953 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Walla Walla High School often compared to?
Walla Walla High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like College Place High School, Lincoln High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walla Walla High School?
The graduation rate of Walla Walla High School is 97%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Walla Walla High School?
1,586 students attend Walla Walla High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Walla Walla High School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walla Walla High School?
Walla Walla High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Walla Walla High School offer ?
Walla Walla High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walla Walla High School part of?
Walla Walla High School is part of Walla Walla School District.
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