Ferris High School

Ferris High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
3020 E 37th Ave,  Spokane, WA
Spokane School District
3.9
3.4
1,669 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Kevin Foster
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1180
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
34%
Reading Proficiency
73%
Average GPA
3.55
Graduation Rate
93%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B+
Teachers
B
College Prep
B
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.55
Reading Proficiency
73%
Math Proficiency
34%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
90
Full Time Teachers
90
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1180
Math
590
Verbal
600
Average ACT
26
Math
26
English
26
Reading
26
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
20
AP Pass Rate
70.4%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
34.3%
State Average
41.7%
Science
56.2%
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
271:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.7%
Female
47.8%
White
67.2%
Two or more races
12.4%
Hispanic
10.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.1%
Black
3.2%
Native American
1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Washington State University 311 Students
Eastern Washington University 289 Students
University of Washington 237 Students
Western Washington University 151 Students
Gonzaga University 110 Students
Whitworth University 92 Students
Central Washington University 88 Students
University of Oregon 80 Students
Spokane Falls Community College 80 Students
Spokane Community College 78 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 78 Students
Biology 75 Students
Psychology 66 Students
Nursing 57 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 49 Students
Chemistry 41 Students
Education 34 Students
Computer Science 29 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 28 Students
Engineering 27 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 255 Reviews
1.0 Senior
10/12/2024
It is an extremely dangerous environment. I got jumped at the school my freshman year. I decided to do running start my junior year to get out of the bad environment.
4.0 Alum
7/16/2024
I went to Ferris and had a good time there. It's definitely a music school and it was a bit disheartening to see so much of the budget going to music instead of other opportunities, but all things said the money is well spent.
3.0 Senior
7/6/2024
The school is just that a school. I have been going full semesters my 9th and 10th grade but once I had the chance to do Running Start - I was glad for it. Maybe if I was more into club activities or sports it would be more engaging but I get more out of my HS education when I am at college.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 11 Reviews
2.0 student
9/14/2024
I am a sophomore here which makes me part of the class of 2027. I have a lot of problems with this school. As much as I love the teachers here there is too much stuff that sucks. First every single day the bathrooms are getting closed because people are vaping. Second according to one of my teachers...
5.0 other
9/13/2024
I work at Ferris. I was previously at a school in north Spokane. I can't believe the difference in the overall culture of this school. First, the campus has a certain, sprawling, Harry Potter vibe. There are windows and natural light in every room. It's very, very beautiful for a public school. The...
5.0 other
3/19/2023
I went to school here from 2014-2018 and it was the best experience. My siblings still attend school here, and love it as well. All of the teachers and staff care about your learning and who you are as a person! I was in the musical department and it was such an amazing time and a great benefit to m...
1.0 parent
9/3/2022
How about that score? Run if you can!

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Ferris High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Spokane, WA and is served by the Spokane School District in Washington. The school has a total enrollment of 1,669 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 34% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 73% are proficient in reading. Ferris High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.55, the graduation rate is 93%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1180 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $594,201. Discover additional schools in the area, like Spokane Virtual Academy, Summit Christian Academy, Carla Peperzak Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Spokane has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Ferris High School.

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