Gibson Ek High School is a four-year public secondary school in Issaquah, Washington, United States, a suburb east of Seattle. It is one of five high schools in the Issaquah School District. It opened in the fall of 2016 at the previous location of Issaquah Middle School.
Serving 198 students in grades 9-12, Gibson Ek High School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gibson Ek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gibson Ek High School's student population of 198 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
198 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Gibson Ek High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gibson Ek High School is 0.49, 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
#588 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
70%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Issaquah School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gibson Ek High School's ranking?
Gibson Ek High School is ranked #588 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gibson Ek High School?
The graduation rate of Gibson Ek High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Gibson Ek High School?
198 students attend Gibson Ek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Gibson Ek High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gibson Ek High School?
Gibson Ek High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gibson Ek High School offer ?
Gibson Ek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gibson Ek High School part of?
Gibson Ek High School is part of Issaquah School District.
In what neighborhood is Gibson Ek High School located?
Gibson Ek High School is located in the Olde Town neighborhood of Issaquah, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Olde Town.
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