Chelan High School is a small rural public high school located in Chelan, Washington. It is located within the Cascade Mountains, lying on the edge of the North Cascades National Park and the Wenatchee National Forest. Chelan High School has an approximate enrollment of 415 students in grades 9–12.
Serving 442 students in grades 9-12, Chelan High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Chelan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
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Chelan High School's student population of 442 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1892
Colors
Green, White/Grey
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Chelan High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chelan High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#877 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
55%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
42%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-notes">School Notes- School Mascot: Mountain Goat
What is Chelan High School's ranking?
Chelan High School is ranked #877 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Chelan High School often compared to?
Chelan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cashmere High School, Cascade High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chelan High School?
The graduation rate of Chelan High School is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Chelan High School?
442 students attend Chelan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Chelan High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chelan High School?
Chelan High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chelan High School offer ?
Chelan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chelan High School part of?
Chelan High School is part of Lake Chelan School District.
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