Serving 322 students in grades 9-12, Goldendale High School ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Goldendale High School's student population of 322 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Everyone Contributing Every Day.
School Rankings
Goldendale High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goldendale High School is 0.43, 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
#1476 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
16%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
74%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Goldendale School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goldendale High School's ranking?
Goldendale High School is ranked #1476 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Goldendale High School often compared to?
Goldendale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Goldendale High School?
The graduation rate of Goldendale High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Goldendale High School?
322 students attend Goldendale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Goldendale High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goldendale High School?
Goldendale High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Goldendale High School offer ?
Goldendale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Goldendale High School part of?
Goldendale High School is part of Goldendale School District.
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