Average
#836 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 38% in state
Sammamish Senior High
High School · Bellevue School District
100 140th Avenue SE, Bellevue, WA 98005
Enrollment
1,332
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,332
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#836 of 2,228
In Bellevue
#23 of 29
public schools
In district
#22 of 28
Bellevue School District
Equity
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Sammamish Senior High
Sammamish Senior High is a public high school in Bellevue, WA, part of Bellevue School District. Sammamish Senior High serves approximately 1,332 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sammamish Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #836 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Sammamish Senior High show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 8.3
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Sammamish Senior High runs 22.2:1 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.
30% of students at Sammamish Senior High 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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Sammamish Senior High — Students at Sammamish Senior High score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 5.2/10.
How Sammamish Senior High Compares
See how Sammamish Senior High 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
100 140th Avenue SE, Bellevue, WA 98005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sammamish Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. International School (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bellevue Big Picture School (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bellevue, see our Bellevue schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Odle Middle School Bellevue | 0.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Lake Hills Elementary Bellevue | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ASIA PACIFIC LANGUAGE SCHOOL Bellevue | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| SEATTLE VOCTECH SCHOOL Bellevue | 0.5 mi | — |
| Stevenson Elementary Bellevue | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Puesta del Sol Elementary School Bellevue | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| EARLY WORLD CHILDRENS SCHOOL Bellevue | 1.1 mi | — |
| International School Bellevue | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Bellevue Big Picture School Bellevue | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| EASTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bellevue | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| EASTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bellevue | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY Bellevue | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Highland Middle School Bellevue | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| AMERICAS CHILD MONTESSORI Bellevue | 1.5 mi | — |
| JEWISH DAY SCHOOL OF METROPOLITAN SEATTLE Bellevue | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| BEL-RED BILINGUAL ACADEMY Bellevue | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| LIVING MONTESSORI ACADEMY Bellevue | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Jing Mei Elementary School Bellevue | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| BELLEVUE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Bellevue | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Woodridge Elementary Bellevue | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$158,396
Median Home Value
$1,373,000
Median Rent
$2,380/mo
Population
21,929
College Educated
71.2%
Homeownership
51.1%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mt Spokane High School Mead, WA | 6.9 |
| Glacier Peak High School Snohomish, WA | 7.0 |
| Capital High School Olympia, WA | 6.8 |
| Central Kitsap High School Silverdale, WA | 6.8 |
| Columbia River High Vancouver, WA | 6.8 |
| Nathan Hale High School Seattle, WA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sammamish Senior High
What grades does Sammamish Senior High serve?
Sammamish Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sammamish Senior High?
Sammamish Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sammamish Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Sammamish Senior High is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sammamish Senior High rank in WA?
Sammamish Senior High ranks #836 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Sammamish Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Sammamish Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Sammamish Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sammamish Senior High has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sammamish Senior High a charter school?
No, Sammamish Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sammamish Senior High a Title I school?
No, Sammamish Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sammamish Senior High?
40.8% of students at Sammamish Senior High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (425) 456-7600
Resources & Links
District
Bellevue School District- District Enrollment
- 19,855
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,051
- District Rank
- #22 of 28
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