Summary:
In Deer Park, Washington (zip code 99006), two public high schools within the Deer Park School District serve grades 9-12, offering distinct educational approaches for the community's 731 high school students.
Deer Park High School is the standout comprehensive high school, ranking in the top 21% of all Washington high schools. It excels with a 96.2% graduation rate and particularly strong performance in English (75.56% proficiency) and science (63.64%), significantly outpacing both district and state averages. While its math scores are closer to average, the school shows a consistent three-year trend of improvement. The alternative Deer Park Achievement High School serves a smaller population with higher economic need and has shown remarkable progress, significantly improving its statewide ranking in the past year while maintaining an 88% graduation rate.
Parents should note the clear performance difference between the two schools, with Deer Park High School demonstrating exceptional results across most metrics. However, Deer Park Achievement High School plays a crucial role, showing impressive gains while serving students who may benefit from a different learning environment. The district as a whole performs above the state average, and both local high schools graduate students at rates well above the Washington state average of 82.6%, indicating a strong commitment to student success across the community.
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