School Overview
Curtis Senior High School, located in University Place, Washington, serves as the flagship high school for the University Place School District. Known for its strong academic reputation and commitment to student success, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, rigorous college-preparatory programs, and diverse elective opportunities. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, balancing high academic standards with robust extracurricular programming, including competitive athletics, fine arts, and various student-led clubs and organizations.

The campus culture at Curtis is centered on community engagement and the district’s mission to prepare students for life beyond graduation, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or the workforce. The school benefits from its location in the University Place area, fostering strong ties with the local community and providing students with a supportive environment characterized by dedicated staff and active parent involvement. By focusing on both intellectual growth and character development, Curtis Senior High maintains its status as a prominent educational institution in the Tacoma-Pierce County region.
1,349
Total Students
58.5
Full-Time Teachers
23.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Curtis Senior High
Demographic Student Count
White580
Hispanic236
Black135
Asian176
Two or More191
American Indian6
Pacific Islander19
  • White
    580 (43.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    236 (17.6 %)
  • Two or More
    191 (14.2 %)
  • Asian
    176 (13.1 %)
  • Black
    135 (10.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    19 (1.4 %)
  • American Indian
    6 (0.4 %)
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: University Place School District
Phone: (253)566-5710
Website: http://chs.upsd83.org
Grade Range: 10th - 12th
Total Students: 1,349
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 58.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 23.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 342
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 144
Grades Taught
Grade 10 462
Grade 11 435
Grade 12 452

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Curtis Senior High
Grade Student Count
Grade 10462
Grade 11435
Grade 12452
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Curtis Senior High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female65448.5%
Male68951.1%
Not Specified60.4%
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