South Kitsap High School is a public high school in the South Kitsap School District and is located at 425 Mitchell Ave Port Orchard, Washington. In 2018, the school had the largest student population in the state.
Serving 2,448 students in grades 9-12, South Kitsap 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 29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 36% 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: 2,448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Kitsap High School's student population of 2,448 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,448 students
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Year Founded
1921
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 23, 2026
School Rankings
South Kitsap 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 South Kitsap High School is 0.56, 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
#1012 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
16%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
South Kitsap School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Kitsap High School's ranking?
South Kitsap High School is ranked #1012 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are South Kitsap High School often compared to?
South Kitsap High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Kitsap High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Kitsap High School?
The graduation rate of South Kitsap High School is 88%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Kitsap High School?
2,448 students attend South Kitsap High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of South Kitsap High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Kitsap High School?
South Kitsap High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Kitsap High School offer ?
South Kitsap High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Kitsap High School part of?
South Kitsap High School is part of South Kitsap School District.
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