Dwight David Eisenhower High School is located in Yakima, Washington, United States. It is named after U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower. It is one of five high schools in the Yakima School District, the others being Davis High School, Stanton Academy, Yakima Online, and Yakima Valley Technical Skills Center.
Serving 2,258 students in grades 9-12, Eisenhower High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eisenhower High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eisenhower High School's student population of 2,258 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,258 students
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eisenhower High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eisenhower High School is 0.39, 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
#1521 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
76%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
19%
47%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cadets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eisenhower High School's ranking?
Eisenhower High School is ranked #1521 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Eisenhower High School often compared to?
Eisenhower High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eisenhower High School?
The graduation rate of Eisenhower High School is 87%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Eisenhower High School?
2,258 students attend Eisenhower High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Eisenhower High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eisenhower High School?
Eisenhower High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eisenhower High School offer ?
Eisenhower High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eisenhower High School part of?
Eisenhower High School is part of Yakima School District.
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