Mercer Island High School
1,524 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Mercer Island High School (MIHS) is a highly regarded public secondary school located on Mercer Island, Washington, a suburban community situated between Seattle and Bellevue. As the sole high school in the Mercer Island School District, it serves a diverse student body and is widely recognized for its academic rigor and emphasis on student achievement. The school consistently ranks among the top institutions in the state, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes a robust selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized honors programs, and a variety of career and technical education (CTE) pathways designed to prepare students for higher education and professional success.
Beyond its academic focus, MIHS is known for fostering a vibrant campus culture that places a strong emphasis on extracurricular involvement. The school hosts a wide array of athletic programs, performing arts groups, and student-led clubs, which serve to enrich the educational experience and promote a sense of community pride. By balancing a high-pressure academic environment with a supportive network of resources and activities, Mercer Island High School maintains a reputation for producing well-rounded graduates who are active participants in both local and global communities.
Beyond its academic focus, MIHS is known for fostering a vibrant campus culture that places a strong emphasis on extracurricular involvement. The school hosts a wide array of athletic programs, performing arts groups, and student-led clubs, which serve to enrich the educational experience and promote a sense of community pride. By balancing a high-pressure academic environment with a supportive network of resources and activities, Mercer Island High School maintains a reputation for producing well-rounded graduates who are active participants in both local and global communities.
1,524
Total Students
74.5
Full-Time Teachers
20.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
6.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 864 |
| Hispanic | 98 |
| Black | 18 |
| Asian | 369 |
| Two or More | 162 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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White864 (57.1 %)
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Asian369 (24.4 %)
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Two or More162 (10.7 %)
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Hispanic98 (6.5 %)
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Black18 (1.2 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.2 %)
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: | Mercer Island School District |
| Phone: | (206)236-3345 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,524 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 74.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 20.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 66 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 36 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
372
Grade 10
366
Grade 11
390
Grade 12
396
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 372 |
| Grade 10 | 366 |
| Grade 11 | 390 |
| Grade 12 | 396 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 683 | 44.8% |
| Male | 831 | 54.5% |
| Not Specified | 10 | 0.7% |
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