PORT TOWNSEND HIGH SCHOOL

Port Townsend High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Port Townsend School District school district, located in Port Townsend, WA with about 340 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 18 teachers, Port Townsend High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Port Townsend High School, located in the historic coastal community of Port Townsend, Washington, serves as the primary secondary institution for the Port Townsend School District. Situated at 1500 Van Ness St, the school is known for its strong commitment to fostering a personalized learning environment that emphasizes both academic rigor and community engagement. The school typically serves students in grades 9–12, offering a comprehensive curriculum that balances traditional core subjects with diverse elective opportunities designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career paths.

Beyond standard academics, the school places a significant emphasis on the arts, project-based learning, and extracurricular involvement. By leveraging its unique location on the Olympic Peninsula, the school often integrates elements of the local environment and community partnerships into its educational approach. As part of the broader Port Townsend School District, the high school strives to create a supportive, inclusive culture that encourages students to develop critical thinking skills and become active, responsible citizens within their local and global communities.

For more information, contact Port Townsend High School at (360) 379-4520 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.