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Chief Sealth International High School

Seattle School District No. 1 · King County · 2600 SW Thistle, Seattle, WA 98126.0

(206)252-8550

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4/10
#247
Rank 247 out of 378
Top 65%
English Language Arts5/10 · #220 · 46th percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #237 · 38th percentile
Science4/10 · #283 · 32nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Chief Sealth International High School sits in the Westwood-Highland Park neighborhood on Seattle's southwest side — a diverse, working-class corner of the city that often flies under the radar compared to more affluent parts of town. The school's international focus gives it a distinct identity, attracting families who value multicultural perspectives and language learning alongside a solid academic foundation. It's a good fit for students who thrive in a community-minded environment and want a high school experience that reflects the real-world diversity of the city around them.

Student Demographics

281 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
81 (29%)
African American
68 (24%)
Hispanic
63 (22%)
Asian
39 (14%)
Other
30 (11%)

Key Indicators

English Learners50 (18%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged128 (46%)
Students with Disabilities47 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,186
Enrollment
76
Teachers (FTE)
15.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
23.3
Avg Class Size

Graduation Rate

89.5%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

2
AP Courses
offered
3.4%
AP Participation
of students
44
AP Enrollment
students
IB Program23 students enrolled

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #44 · 93rd percentile

173 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found