Walla Walla High School
1,631 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Walla Walla High School, commonly known as "Wa-Hi," is the flagship secondary school serving the Walla Walla School District in Washington State. Located at 800 Abbott Road, the campus has undergone significant modernization in recent years, including a major multi-phase renovation project that updated its facilities to better support contemporary learning environments, safety standards, and athletic programs. As the primary public high school for the community, it serves a diverse student body and offers a comprehensive academic curriculum, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and a wide array of extracurricular activities ranging from competitive athletics to performing arts.
The school is deeply integrated into the Walla Walla community and is well-regarded for its school spirit, which centers around the "Blue Devil" mascot. Beyond traditional academics, Walla Walla High School emphasizes a culture of college and career readiness, often collaborating with local industries and institutions to provide students with real-world experiences. By balancing a rigorous academic focus with a supportive social environment, the school remains the central hub for secondary education in the region, striving to prepare its students for post-secondary success while maintaining strong local traditions.
The school is deeply integrated into the Walla Walla community and is well-regarded for its school spirit, which centers around the "Blue Devil" mascot. Beyond traditional academics, Walla Walla High School emphasizes a culture of college and career readiness, often collaborating with local industries and institutions to provide students with real-world experiences. By balancing a rigorous academic focus with a supportive social environment, the school remains the central hub for secondary education in the region, striving to prepare its students for post-secondary success while maintaining strong local traditions.
1,631
Total Students
77.2
Full-Time Teachers
21.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
56.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 813 |
| Hispanic | 686 |
| Black | 13 |
| Asian | 34 |
| Two or More | 66 |
| American Indian | 8 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White813 (50.2 %)
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Hispanic686 (42.3 %)
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Two or More66 (4.1 %)
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Asian34 (2.1 %)
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Black13 (0.8 %)
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American Indian8 (0.5 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Walla Walla Public Schools |
| Phone: | (509)527-3020 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,631 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 77.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 21.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 758 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 164 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
428
Grade 10
402
Grade 11
398
Grade 12
403
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 428 |
| Grade 10 | 402 |
| Grade 11 | 398 |
| Grade 12 | 403 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 806 | 49.4% |
| Male | 815 | 50% |
| Not Specified | 10 | 0.6% |
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