White River High School

wrhs.whiteriver.wednet.edu/

1,263 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

White River High School, located in Buckley, Washington, serves as the primary secondary institution for the White River School District. Nestled in a community that balances rural charm with proximity to the Puget Sound region, the school is known for its strong emphasis on both academic achievement and extracurricular engagement. The campus serves students in grades 9–12 and strives to create a supportive environment that prepares graduates for post-secondary education, vocational training, and the workforce.

The school is deeply integrated into the local community, often fostering a culture of school spirit and pride, which is frequently reflected in its athletic programs and student organizations. With a curriculum designed to meet state standards, White River High School provides a variety of course offerings, including elective paths and support services to accommodate diverse learning styles. By leveraging its resources and dedicated staff, the school aims to cultivate responsible, well-rounded citizens while maintaining a focus on continuous improvement and student success.

1,263

Total Students

56.7

Full-Time Teachers

22.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

33.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for White River High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	988
Hispanic	170
Black	9
Asian	23
Two or More	61
American Indian	7
Pacific Islander	4

White
988 (78.3 %)
Hispanic
170 (13.5 %)
Two or More
61 (4.8 %)
Asian
23 (1.8 %)
Black
9 (0.7 %)
American Indian
7 (0.6 %)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	White River School District
Phone:	(360)829-3352
Website:	http://wrhs.whiteriver.wednet.edu/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,263
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	56.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	22.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	322
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	97

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 341

Grade 10 330

Grade 11 318

Grade 12 274