Central Kitsap High School is a secondary school located in Silverdale, Washington, United States. It is one of seven secondary schools in the Central Kitsap School District. CKHS teaches grades 09–12.
Serving 1,601 students in grades 9-12, Central Kitsap High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Kitsap High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Kitsap High School's student population of 1,601 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Cougar
School Rankings
Central Kitsap High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Kitsap High School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#451 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
55%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Kitsap High School's ranking?
Central Kitsap High School is ranked #451 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Central Kitsap High School often compared to?
Central Kitsap High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olympic High School, Bremerton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Kitsap High School?
The graduation rate of Central Kitsap High School is 87%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Central Kitsap High School?
1,601 students attend Central Kitsap High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Central Kitsap High School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Kitsap High School?
Central Kitsap High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Central Kitsap High School offer ?
Central Kitsap High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Kitsap High School part of?
Central Kitsap High School is part of Central Kitsap School District.
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