PUYALLUP HIGH SCHOOL
Puyallup High School is a public high school that is part of the Puyallup School District school district, located in Puyallup, WA with about 1,822 students offering grade levels from 10th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 78 teachers, Puyallup High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.
Puyallup High School, located in the heart of Puyallup, Washington, is a historic institution that serves as the flagship high school for the Puyallup School District. Established in 1890, it holds the distinction of being one of the oldest schools in the state, maintaining a strong sense of tradition and community pride. The school is well-known for its vibrant "Viking" spirit and offers a comprehensive academic curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, rigorous college-prep tracks, and various Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs designed to prepare students for diverse post-graduation pathways.
Beyond its academic offerings, the school provides a wide array of extracurricular activities, including a competitive athletics program, performing arts, and numerous student-led clubs. Its location in downtown Puyallup allows it to be deeply integrated into the local community, often participating in regional events and maintaining long-standing partnerships with local organizations. With a commitment to fostering both intellectual growth and civic responsibility, Puyallup High School continues to be a central pillar of the city, focusing on preparing its student body for success in a rapidly evolving world.
For more information, contact Puyallup High School at (253) 841-8711 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Puyallup, WA 98371-5333
(253) 841-8711
PUYALLUP HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Puyallup, WA with about 1,822 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Washington
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Puyallup School District
- Total Students:
- 1,822
- Teachers:
- 78.13
- 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:
- Supplemental 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 1,822 students
- White
- 66.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 14.1%
- Two or more races
- 9.2%
- Asian
- 5.9%
- Black or African American
- 3.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Female
- 49.3%
- Male
- 50.7%
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.