Needs Improvement
#2193 of 2,228 schools in WA
Selah High School
High School · Selah School District
801 North First Street, Selah, WA 98942
Enrollment
1,124
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
3.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,124
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
3.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#2,193 of 2,228
In Selah
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Selah School District
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About Selah High School
Selah High School is a public high school in Selah, WA, part of Selah School District. Selah High School serves approximately 1,124 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Selah High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,193 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Selah High School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Selah 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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Selah High School — Students at Selah High School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.8%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.9/10.
How Selah High School Compares
See how Selah 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
801 North First Street, Selah, WA 98942
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Selah High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Robertson Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Yakima), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roosevelt Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Yakima), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Barge-Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Yakima), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Selah, see our Selah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Selah Middle School Selah | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| John Campbell Primary School Selah | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Selah Academy Online Selah | 0.8 mi | — |
| Selah HomeLink Selah | 0.8 mi | — |
| VIKING CHOICE Selah | 0.8 mi | — |
| Robert Lince Early Learning Center Selah | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Selah Intermediate School Selah | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Stanton Academy Yakima | 3.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Barge-Lincoln Elementary School Yakima | 3.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Discovery Early Learning Center Yakima | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Garfield Elementary School Yakima | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Ridgeview Group Home Yakima | 3.9 mi | — |
| Juvenile Detention Center Yakima | 3.9 mi | — |
| Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital dba Children's Village Yakima | 3.9 mi | — |
| Robertson Elementary Yakima | 4.2 mi | 8.5 |
| ST JOSEPH MARQUETTE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Yakima | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| K-8 Learning Lab Yakima | 4.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Yakima | 4.5 mi | 8.1 |
| ESD 105 Open Doors Yakima | 4.5 mi | — |
| NACHES VALLEY ESD 105 OPEN DOORS Yakima | 4.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98942 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,251
Median Home Value
$352,100
Median Rent
$1,354/mo
Population
18,564
College Educated
24.7%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bremerton High School Bremerton, WA | 3.0 |
| Dr. Dolores Silas High School Tacoma, WA | 3.2 |
| Othello High School Othello, WA | 3.2 |
| Highline High School Burien, WA | 3.3 |
| Shadle Park High School Spokane, WA | 3.3 |
| Mark Morris High School Longview, WA | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Selah High School
What grades does Selah High School serve?
Selah High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Selah High School?
Selah High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,124 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Selah High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Selah High School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Selah High School rank in WA?
Selah High School ranks #2,193 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Selah High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Selah High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Selah High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Selah High School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Selah High School a charter school?
No, Selah High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Selah High School a Title I school?
No, Selah High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Selah High School?
57.8% of students at Selah 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
- 1,124
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Yakima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (509) 698-8500
Resources & Links
District
Selah School District- District Enrollment
- 3,798
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,615
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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