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#908 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 41% in state

Nathan Hale High School

High School · Seattle School District No. 1

10750 30 AV NE, Seattle, WA 98125

Enrollment

1,091

Student-Teacher

20.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#908 of 2,228

In Seattle

#88 of 123

public schools

In district

#84 of 106

Seattle School District No. 1

Equity

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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6.8/10

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About Nathan Hale High School

Nathan Hale High School is a public high school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Nathan Hale High School serves approximately 1,091 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Nathan Hale High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #908 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Nathan Hale High School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • WA avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

Nathan Hale High School runs 20.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

39% of students at Nathan Hale High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.3% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.4% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+8.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.2 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College Readiness9.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation28.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,806
Chronic Absenteeism38.8%

Nathan Hale High School — Students at Nathan Hale High School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
35.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 83.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
55.9% (2024 SBA)

Based on 27 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
61%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
69.5%
ELA
98%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
97%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
83%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
79%
2022
ELA
77%
2024
Math
40.3%
ELA
70.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.

How Nathan Hale High School Compares

See how Nathan Hale High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in WA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.8
Sports
23
10 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
28.1% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
10 boys'·13 girls'·33 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

10750 30 AV NE, Seattle, WA 98125

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nathan Hale High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. UNIVERSITY PREP (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SPRING ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Jane Addams Middle School Seattle 0.2 mi 7.7
SEATTLE WALDORF SCHOOL Seattle 0.4 mi 7.7
John Rogers Elementary School Seattle 0.4 mi 8.4
Sacajawea Elementary School Seattle 0.9 mi 6.7
Wedgwood Elementary School Seattle 1.2 mi 8.5
Cedar Park Elementary School Seattle 1.3 mi 8.1
Olympic Hills Elementary School Seattle 1.3 mi 9.0
UNIVERSITY PREP Seattle 1.4 mi 6.8
Hazel Wolf K-8 Seattle 1.0 mi 9.2
Thornton Creek Elementary School Seattle 1.6 mi 8.9
ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Seattle 1.3 mi 6.9
DARTMOOR SCHOOL Seattle 1.2 mi
Stephen Decatur Elementary School Seattle 1.6 mi 9.5
Eckstein Middle School Seattle 1.7 mi 8.0
SPRING ACADEMY Seattle 1.2 mi 5.9
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Seattle 1.8 mi 6.9
PERKINS SCHOOL Seattle 1.4 mi 7.7
Olympic View Elementary School Seattle 1.4 mi 7.7
SHORELINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shoreline 2.0 mi 6.8
ST CATHERINE SCHOOL Seattle 1.7 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,725

Median Home Value

$844,500

Median Rent

$1,856/mo

Population

43,807

College Educated

60.6%

Homeownership

45.7%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

37.8

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School Rating
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Rainier Beach High School Seattle, WA 6.8
Timberline High School Lacey, WA 6.7
Mt Spokane High School Mead, WA 6.9
Sammamish Senior High Bellevue, WA 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nathan Hale High School

What grades does Nathan Hale High School serve?

Nathan Hale High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Nathan Hale High School?

Nathan Hale High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,091 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Nathan Hale High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Nathan Hale High School is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Nathan Hale High School rank in WA?

Nathan Hale High School ranks #908 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Nathan Hale High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Nathan Hale High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Nathan Hale High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Nathan Hale High School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Nathan Hale High School a charter school?

No, Nathan Hale High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Nathan Hale High School a Title I school?

No, Nathan Hale High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nathan Hale High School?

33.8% of students at Nathan Hale High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,091
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.8%

District

Seattle School District No. 1
District Enrollment
50,770
Schools in District
109
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,806
District Rank
#84 of 106

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