Pasco High School is a 9–12 public high school in Pasco, Washington. It was the only high school in Pasco until 2009, when Chiawana High School was opened. In 2006, Pasco voters approved a $90 million+ bond to construct a new high school on Argent and Road 84 to ease the overcrowding of Pasco High.
Serving 2,590 students in grades 9-12, Pasco Senior 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 11% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pasco Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pasco Senior High School's student population of 2,590 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,590 students
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Year Founded
1909
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Motto
All Belong, All Learn, All In!
School Rankings
Pasco Senior 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 Pasco Senior High School is 0.28, 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
#1806 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
84%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
12%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pasco Senior High School's ranking?
Pasco Senior High School is ranked #1806 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Pasco Senior High School often compared to?
Pasco Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chiawana Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pasco Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Pasco Senior High School is 82%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pasco Senior High School?
2,590 students attend Pasco Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Pasco Senior High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 2% 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 Pasco Senior High School?
Pasco Senior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pasco Senior High School offer ?
Pasco Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pasco Senior High School part of?
Pasco Senior High School is part of Pasco School District.
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