Very Good
#654 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 29% in state
Sumner High School
High School · Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
1707 Main St, Sumner, WA 98390
Enrollment
1,866
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,866
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#654 of 2,228
In Sumner
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#10 of 14
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Sumner High School
Sumner High School is a public high school in Sumner, WA, part of Sumner-Bonney Lake School District. Sumner High School serves approximately 1,866 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sumner High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #654 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Sumner High School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Sumner High School runs 23.3:1 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 Sumner 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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Sumner High School — Students at Sumner High School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.5%
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: 8.2/10.
How Sumner High School Compares
See how Sumner 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
1707 Main St, Sumner, WA 98390
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sumner High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CASCADE CHRISTIAN -JUNIOR HIGH/HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Puyallup), a more accessible option. Additionally, E B Walker High School (rated 6.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Puyallup), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sumner, see our Sumner schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sumner Special Services Sumner | 0.3 mi | — |
| Daffodil Valley Elementary Sumner | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Maple Lawn Elementary Sumner | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Sumner Middle School Sumner | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sumner | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Shaw Road Elementary Puyallup | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Puyallup | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Crestwood Elementary Bonney Lake | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - MCALDER ELEMENTARY Puyallup | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN -JUNIOR HIGH/HIGH SCHOOL Puyallup | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Lakeridge Middle School Bonney Lake | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Mt View Elementary Edgewood | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Spinning Elementary Puyallup | 2.3 mi | 9.2 |
| E B Walker High School Puyallup | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Lakeland Hills Elementary Auburn | 3.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Wildwood Elementary Puyallup | 3.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Sunrise Elementary Puyallup | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Bonney Lake Elementary Bonney Lake | 2.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Stewart Elementary Puyallup | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Ferrucci Jr High Puyallup | 3.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98390 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,815
Median Home Value
$471,500
Median Rent
$1,886/mo
Population
11,497
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
51.3%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
35.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Curtis Senior High University Place, WA | 7.4 |
| Mead Senior High School Spokane, WA | 7.4 |
| Bothell High School Bothell, WA | 7.5 |
| Garfield High School Seattle, WA | 7.6 |
| Juanita High School Kirkland, WA | 7.6 |
| Shorewood High School Shoreline, WA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sumner High School
What grades does Sumner High School serve?
Sumner High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sumner High School?
Sumner High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,866 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sumner High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sumner High School is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sumner High School rank in WA?
Sumner High School ranks #654 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Sumner High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sumner High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Sumner High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sumner High School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sumner High School a charter school?
No, Sumner High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sumner High School a Title I school?
No, Sumner High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sumner High School?
33.5% of students at Sumner 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,866
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 80
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.1%
- Phone
- (253) 891-5500
Resources & Links
District
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District- District Enrollment
- 10,674
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,438
- District Rank
- #10 of 14
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