MOUNT RAINIER HIGH SCHOOL

Mount Rainier High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Highline School District school district, located in Des Moines, WA with about 1,626 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 71 teachers, Mount Rainier High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

Mount Rainier High School, located in Des Moines, Washington, is a comprehensive public high school serving the Highline Public Schools district. The school is known for its diverse student body and a curriculum designed to prepare students for both college and career readiness. It offers a wide range of academic programs, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses and various Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, allowing students to pursue specialized interests ranging from digital media and engineering to health sciences.

Beyond academics, Mount Rainier High School fosters a vibrant school culture through an extensive array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs. The school campus, which underwent significant modernization in recent years, provides modern facilities that support collaborative learning and community engagement. By emphasizing a supportive environment and focusing on equity and student achievement, the school aims to empower its students to become active, responsible contributors to their local and global communities.

For more information, contact Mount Rainier High School at (206) 631-7000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.