Ellensburg High School

Ellensburg High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1203 E Capitol Ave,  Ellensburg, WA
Ellensburg School District
3.7
3.4
974 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Jeff Ellersick
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Average SAT Score
1200
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
42%
Reading Proficiency
57%
Average GPA
3.49
Graduation Rate
88%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C-
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.49
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
42%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers
43
Full Time Teachers
43
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1200
Math
590
Verbal
610
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
27
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
72.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
35.8%
State Average
41.7%
Science
64.6%
State Average
49.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
321:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.1%
Male
49.6%
White
72.4%
Hispanic
20%
Two or more races
3.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.7%
Black
1.1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Central Washington University 222 Students
University of Washington 146 Students
Washington State University 120 Students
Western Washington University 75 Students
Eastern Washington University 71 Students
Boise State University 49 Students
Montana State University 49 Students
University of Oregon 48 Students
Seattle University 47 Students
Oregon State University 41 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 56 Students
Psychology 48 Students
Biology 31 Students
Computer Science 25 Students
Nursing 23 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 23 Students
Education 20 Students
Elementary Education 20 Students
Engineering 17 Students
Political Science and Government 16 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 194 Reviews
4.0 Senior
4/1/2025
The sports at Ellensburg are very competitive. The culture of Ellensburg is good and students are held to a high standard promoting successful environments.
4.0 Sophomore
1/29/2025
My high school experience has so far been a fairly positive one. My school is a nice rural school, that has good opportunities to connect with advanced courses.
5.0 Sophomore
3/16/2021
I liked the close community and how everyone built each other up, and was very inclusive. There were a lot of electives and extracurricular activities available to give students the chance to find out their interests and pursue those further.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 8 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/6/2024
Two students attending EHS - another one joining them next year. Teachers are very supportive. Staff is understanding and supportive as well. Great communication with parents/guardians.
5.0 parent
9/29/2022
My 3 daughters graduated from EHS in 2007, 09, and 2012. All three had a VG learning experience there, and enjoyed the environmental club, journalism and their time spent participating in various team sports, mostly at the JV level. EHS has a tradition of exceptionally successful Sports Programs, an...
5.0 parent
3/24/2010
Teachers are good and encouraging. Many interesting activities for students keep them involved throughout the school day. I am very pleased with my freshman's progress.
3.0 parent
1/4/2010

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Ellensburg High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Ellensburg, WA and is served by the Ellensburg School District in Washington. The school has a total enrollment of 974 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 42% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Ellensburg High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.49, the graduation rate is 88%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1200 and an ACT score of 26. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ellensburg Learning Center, Brethren Frontier, Morgan Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Ellensburg has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Ellensburg High School.

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