At a glance
Reported students
198
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
11
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
18:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington high enrollment
48th percentile
Compared with 624 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
531.5
Gibson Ek High School: 198 reported students.
State peer staffing position
38th percentile
18:1 reported; state peer median 19.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 180
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15.93
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.3:1
What the reported data says about Gibson Ek High School
Gibson Ek High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Issaquah. It is one of 30 current school records connected to Issaquah School District. NCES reports 198 students for 2024–25.
Among 624 high schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 225 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 48th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 18:1, close to the Washington median of 19.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (69.7%) and Hispanic or Latino (10.1%). English learners represent 2.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 20%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 3 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Gibson Ek High School
- 1How do the reported 18:1 student–teacher ratio and 11 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 2.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 20%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 14.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White69.7%
- Hispanic10.1%
- Black3%
- Asian7.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial10.1%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
3 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Issaquah School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Echo Glen School
High · Grades 05–12
104 reported students
Liberty Sr High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,495 reported students
Skyline High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,244 reported students
Issaquah High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,419 reported students
Holly Street Early Learning Center
Other · Grades PK–PK
89 reported students
Issaquah Special Services
Other · Grades PK–12
67 reported students
Public schools near Gibson Ek High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Issaquah High School High · Issaquah School District | 09–12 | 2,419 | 0.4 mi |
| Liberty Sr High School High · Issaquah School District | 09–12 | 1,495 | 5.1 mi |
| Skyline High School High · Issaquah School District | 09–12 | 2,244 | 5.1 mi |
| Hazen Senior High School High · Renton School District | 09–12 | 1,796 | 5.8 mi |
| Eastlake High School High · Lake Washington School District | 09–12 | 2,481 | 6 mi |
| Echo Glen School High · Issaquah School District | 05–12 | 104 | 6.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Gibson Ek High School
What grades does Gibson Ek High School serve?
Gibson Ek High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Issaquah School District.
How many students attend Gibson Ek High School?
Gibson Ek High School reported 198 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 48th percentile among 624 Washington high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 180 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Gibson Ek High School?
The calculated ratio is 18:1, based on 198 students and 11 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 19.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Gibson Ek High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Gibson Ek High School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Gibson Ek High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
14.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Gibson Ek High School in?
Gibson Ek High School is part of Issaquah School District, based in Issaquah, WA, which operates 30 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Gibson Ek High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Issaquah High School (0.4 mi), Liberty Sr High School (5.1 mi), Skyline High School (5.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.