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#1753 of 2,228 schools in WA
Walla Walla High School
High School · Walla Walla Public Schools
800 ABBOTT RD, Walla Walla, WA 99362
Enrollment
1,586
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,586
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,753 of 2,228
In Walla Walla
#13 of 14
public schools
In district
#13 of 14
Walla Walla Public Schools
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Walla Walla High School
Walla Walla High School is a public high school in Walla Walla, WA, part of Walla Walla Public Schools. Walla Walla High School serves approximately 1,586 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Walla Walla High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,753 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Walla Walla High School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Walla Walla 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.
38% of students at Walla Walla 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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Walla Walla High School — Students at Walla Walla High School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.9%
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: 3.9/10.
How Walla Walla High School Compares
See how Walla Walla 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
800 ABBOTT RD, Walla Walla, WA 99362
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walla Walla High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SE AREA TECHNICAL SKILLS CENTER (rated 7.6/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DESALES CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Walla Walla Open Doors (rated 6.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Walla Walla, see our Walla Walla schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Prospect Point Elementary Walla Walla | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| ST BASIL ACADEMY OF CLASSICAL STUDIES Walla Walla | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Pioneer Middle School Walla Walla | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Sharpstein Elementary School Walla Walla | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Berney Elementary School Walla Walla | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Edison Elementary School Walla Walla | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Lincoln High School Walla Walla | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Garrison Middle School Walla Walla | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Green Park Elementary School Walla Walla | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Walla Walla Online Walla Walla | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Walla Walla Open Doors Walla Walla | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Walla Walla | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Walla Walla County Juvenile Detention Walla Walla | 2.0 mi | — |
| DESALES CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Walla Walla | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Head Start Walla Walla | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Walla Walla Center for Children and Families Walla Walla | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| SE AREA TECHNICAL SKILLS CENTER Walla Walla | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Walla Walla | 3.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Davis Elementary College Place | 3.3 mi | 8.4 |
| John Sager Middle School College Place | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99362 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,660
Median Home Value
$398,000
Median Rent
$1,148/mo
Population
42,794
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
13.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bonney Lake High School Bonney Lake, WA | 5.0 |
| Port Angeles High School Port Angeles, WA | 5.0 |
| White River High School Buckley, WA | 5.0 |
| Clover Park High School Lakewood, WA | 4.9 |
| Kent-Meridian High School Kent, WA | 5.1 |
| Klahowya Secondary Silverdale, WA | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walla Walla High School
What grades does Walla Walla High School serve?
Walla Walla High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Walla Walla High School?
Walla Walla High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,586 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walla Walla High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Walla Walla 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 Walla Walla High School rank in WA?
Walla Walla High School ranks #1,753 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Walla Walla High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Walla Walla High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Walla Walla High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walla Walla High School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Walla Walla High School a charter school?
No, Walla Walla High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walla Walla High School a Title I school?
No, Walla Walla High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walla Walla High School?
64.9% of students at Walla Walla 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
- 1,586
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Walla Walla County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.0%
- Phone
- (509) 527-3020
Resources & Links
District
Walla Walla Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,534
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,029
- District Rank
- #13 of 14
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