ELLENSBURG HIGH SCHOOL
Ellensburg High School is a public high school that is part of the Ellensburg School District school district, located in Ellensburg, WA with about 987 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 48 teachers, Ellensburg High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Ellensburg High School, located at 1203 E Capitol in Ellensburg, Washington, serves as the primary public secondary institution for the Ellensburg School District. Nestled in the heart of the Kittitas Valley, the school functions as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing a balance between academic rigor, extracurricular involvement, and preparation for post-secondary opportunities. The school draws its student body from the surrounding rural and residential areas, fostering a community-focused environment that reflects the culture of central Washington.
As a staple of the Ellensburg community, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core academic subjects, vocational training, and various elective pathways to help students develop both practical and analytical skills. Beyond the classroom, Ellensburg High is known for its active school spirit, characterized by robust athletic programs, performing arts, and student-led clubs. By integrating traditional education with a supportive, small-town atmosphere, the high school aims to equip its students with the foundation necessary for success in college, the workforce, or military service.
For more information, contact Ellensburg High School at (509) 925-8300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-8300
ELLENSBURG HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Ellensburg, WA with about 987 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Washington
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Ellensburg School District
- Total Students:
- 987
- Teachers:
- 48.7
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 987 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending ELLENSBURG HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 78% of the student body.
- White
- 77.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 16.5%
- Two or more races
- 2.5%
- Asian
- 1.5%
- Black or African American
- 0.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 50.7%
- Male
- 49.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.