Highline School District

Highline School District serves 18,090 students across 43 schools in King County, Washington, operating as a suburban district with a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio supported by 1,010 teachers.

The district's academic performance metrics fall below Washington state averages. Math proficiency stands at 36.8% compared to the state average of 45.6%, while reading proficiency reaches 32.5% against a state average of 44.0%. The graduation rate of 81.9% trails the state average of 86.2%. Chronic absenteeism at 30.5% represents a notable concern within the district.

Highline's student population reflects significant demographic diversity and economic challenges. Hispanic students comprise 41.4% of enrollment, while Asian students represent 14.5%, Black students 14.2%, and White students 16.8%. Economically disadvantaged students constitute 67.8% of the district, substantially above typical state distributions. English learners account for 37.9% of the student body, and students with disabilities represent 17.1%.

These demographic and socioeconomic characteristics suggest the district serves a population with substantial educational support needs. The combination of high rates of economic disadvantage, English learners, and students with disabilities, alongside the academic performance gaps relative to state benchmarks and elevated chronic absenteeism, indicates areas where resource allocation and intervention strategies warrant examination.