At a glance
Reported students
2,066
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
92.01
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
22.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington high enrollment
97th percentile
Compared with 624 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
343.5
Wenatchee High School: 2,066 reported students.
State peer staffing position
76th percentile
22.5:1 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
- 2,086
- Teachers (FTE)
- 97.39
- Student–teacher ratio
- 21.4:1
What the reported data says about Wenatchee High School
Wenatchee High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Wenatchee. It is one of 18 current school records connected to Wenatchee School District. NCES reports 2,066 students for 2024–25.
Among 624 high schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 225 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 97th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 22.5:1, above 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 Hispanic or Latino (55.2%) and White (40.2%). English learners represent 15.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 13%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming. The school reported 11 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Wenatchee High School
- 1How do the reported 22.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 92.01 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 5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 15.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 13%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 61.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1.58
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.8
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White40.2%
- Hispanic55.2%
- Black0.6%
- Asian0.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial2.7%
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
11 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
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 Wenatchee School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Westside High School
High · Grades 09–12
279 reported students
Open Doors Re-Engagement
High · Grades 09–12
91 reported students
Wenatchee Valley Technical Skills Center
High · Grades 09–12
8 reported students
Skill Source
High · Grades 09–12
3 reported students
Abraham Lincoln Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
604 reported students
Foothills Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
567 reported students
Public schools near Wenatchee 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Middle School Middle · Wenatchee School District | 06–08 | 488 | 0.3 mi |
| Skill Source High · Wenatchee School District | 09–12 | 3 | 1.3 mi |
| Open Doors Re-Engagement High · Wenatchee School District | 09–12 | 91 | 1.3 mi |
| Westside High School High · Wenatchee School District | 09–12 | 279 | 1.8 mi |
| Eastmont Senior High High · Eastmont School District | 10–12 | 1,534 | 2.5 mi |
| Wenatchee Valley Technical Skills Center High · Wenatchee School District | 09–12 | 8 | 3.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Wenatchee High School
What grades does Wenatchee High School serve?
Wenatchee High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Wenatchee School District.
How many students attend Wenatchee High School?
Wenatchee High School reported 2,066 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 97th percentile among 624 Washington high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 2,086 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Wenatchee High School?
The calculated ratio is 22.5:1, based on 2,066 students and 92.01 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 Wenatchee High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Wenatchee High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Wenatchee School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Wenatchee High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
61.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Wenatchee High School in?
Wenatchee High School is part of Wenatchee School District, based in Wenatchee, WA, which operates 18 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Wenatchee High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Pioneer Middle School (0.3 mi), Skill Source (1.3 mi), Open Doors Re-Engagement (1.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.