Average
#909 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 41% in state
Rainier Beach High School
High School · Seattle School District No. 1
8815 SEWARD PARK AV S, Seattle, WA 98118
Enrollment
765
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
765
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#909 of 2,228
In Seattle
#89 of 123
public schools
In district
#85 of 106
Seattle School District No. 1
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Rainier Beach High School
Rainier Beach High School is a public high school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Rainier Beach High School serves approximately 765 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rainier Beach High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #909 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Rainier Beach High School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Rainier Beach High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
57% of students at Rainier Beach 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
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Rainier Beach High School — Students at Rainier Beach High School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 29 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How Rainier Beach High School Compares
See how Rainier Beach High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8815 SEWARD PARK AV S, Seattle, WA 98118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rainier Beach High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Raisbeck Aviation High School (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Tukwila), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alan T. Sugiyama High School (rated 5.4/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Rainier Valley Leadership Academy (rated 5.2/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alan T. Sugiyama High School Seattle | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| South Shore PK-8 School Seattle | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Dunlap Elementary School Seattle | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Emerson Elementary School Seattle | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| DERECH EMUNAH Seattle | 1.3 mi | — |
| DERECH EMUNAH DBA SEATTLE JEWISH GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Seattle | 1.3 mi | — |
| Wing Luke Elementary School Seattle | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Graham Hill Elementary School Seattle | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Rising Star Elementary School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Rainier Valley Leadership Academy Seattle | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Rainier View Elementary School Seattle | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Aki Kurose Middle School Seattle | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| TORAH ACADEMY OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST Seattle | 2.0 mi | — |
| SEATTLE NATIVITY SCHOOL Seattle | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Orca K-8 School Seattle | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Raisbeck Aviation High School Tukwila | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Campbell Hill Elementary School Seattle | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Lakeridge Elementary School Seattle | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Lakeridge Elementary School Mercer Island | 1.8 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,085
Median Home Value
$746,400
Median Rent
$1,831/mo
Population
49,560
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
38
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|---|---|
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| O'DEA HIGH SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 6.8 |
| UNIVERSITY PREP Seattle, WA | 6.8 |
| EASTSIDE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Kirkland, WA | 6.7 |
| Science and Math Institute Tacoma, WA | 6.7 |
| Deer Park High School Deer Park, WA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rainier Beach High School
What grades does Rainier Beach High School serve?
Rainier Beach High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Rainier Beach High School?
Rainier Beach High School has an enrollment of approximately 765 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rainier Beach High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rainier Beach High School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rainier Beach High School rank in WA?
Rainier Beach High School ranks #909 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Rainier Beach High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rainier Beach 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 Rainier Beach High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rainier Beach High School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rainier Beach High School a charter school?
No, Rainier Beach High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rainier Beach High School a Title I school?
No, Rainier Beach High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rainier Beach High School?
80.3% of students at Rainier Beach 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 765
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.5%
- Phone
- (206) 252-6350
Resources & Links
District
Seattle School District No. 1- District Enrollment
- 50,770
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,806
- District Rank
- #85 of 106
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