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Gibson Ek High School

Issaquah School District · King County · 379 1st PL SE, Issaquah, WA 98027.0

(425)837-6350

9/10
#41
Rank 41 out of 378
Top 11%
English Language Arts9/10 · #65 · 84th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #58 · 85th percentile
Science10/10 · #10 · 98th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Gibson Ek High School stands out in Issaquah's already competitive school landscape with a project-based, experiential learning model that feels genuinely different from a traditional high school — students spend significant time on internships and community-based projects rather than sitting in rows of desks. It's a great fit for self-directed learners and families who want their kids to build real-world skills alongside strong academics, particularly in science, where the school ranks in the top 2% statewide. Issaquah itself is a thriving foothills community east of Seattle, with easy access to hiking, a charming downtown, and the kind of engaged, professionally-oriented neighborhoods that tend to draw families who think carefully about their kids' education.

Student Demographics

48 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
34 (71%)
Other
14 (29%)

Key Indicators

Students with Disabilities12 (25%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

205
Enrollment
20
Teachers (FTE)
10.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
37.5
Avg Class Size

Graduation Rate

87%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.

3
AP Courses
offered
1.7%
AP Participation
of students
3
AP Enrollment
students

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 Programs9/10 · #60 · 90th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found