BALLARD HIGH SCHOOL
Ballard High School is a public high school that is part of the Seattle School District No. 1 school district, located in SEATTLE, WA with about 1,930 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 87 teachers, Ballard 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.
Ballard High School, located in the historic Ballard neighborhood of Seattle, is a prominent public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the Seattle Public Schools district, it is well-regarded for its diverse academic offerings, including a robust Advanced Placement (AP) program, a wide array of elective courses, and specialized pathways in areas such as biotechnology, engineering, and the arts. The school maintains a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment while encouraging students to pursue both academic excellence and personal development.
Beyond the classroom, Ballard High School is highly active in extracurricular life, boasting a vibrant athletics program and a nationally recognized performing arts department. The school is perhaps best known for its award-winning music program, which includes highly competitive jazz bands, orchestras, and choral groups. With its strong community ties and a focus on preparing students for post-secondary success, Ballard High serves as a central hub for the neighborhood, blending a rich history of local tradition with a modern, future-oriented educational approach.
For more information, contact Ballard High School at (206) 252-1000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
SEATTLE, WA 98117-5237
(206) 252-1000
BALLARD HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in SEATTLE, WA with about 1,930 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Washington
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Seattle School District No. 1
- Total Students:
- 1,930
- Teachers:
- 87.8
- 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 1,930 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending BALLARD HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 75% of the student body.
- White
- 74.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.0%
- Asian
- 6.7%
- Two or more races
- 6.1%
- Black or African American
- 2.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.7%
- Male
- 51.3%
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.