School Overview
Sehome High School, located in Bellingham, Washington, is a prominent public secondary institution known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence and community engagement. As part of the Bellingham School District, the school serves a diverse student population and is well-regarded for its comprehensive curriculum, which includes a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, rigorous core academics, and a variety of elective programs in the arts, sciences, and humanities. The school is housed in a modern facility designed to support collaborative learning, reflecting its commitment to preparing students for both higher education and future career paths.

Beyond its academic focus, Sehome High School fosters a vibrant school culture through its active extracurricular scene. Students are encouraged to participate in numerous athletic teams, performing arts programs, and student-led clubs, all of which contribute to a supportive and inclusive environment. The school prides itself on its "Mariner" spirit and dedication to student growth, often highlighting its focus on social-emotional learning, personalized instruction, and building strong connections between faculty, students, and the wider Bellingham community.
1,116
Total Students
51.1
Full-Time Teachers
21.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
29.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sehome High School
Demographic Student Count
White775
Hispanic135
Black26
Asian59
Two or More94
American Indian8
Pacific Islander4
  • White
    775 (70.4%)
  • Hispanic
    135 (12.3%)
  • Two or More
    94 (8.5%)
  • Asian
    59 (5.4%)
  • Black
    26 (2.4%)
  • American Indian
    8 (0.7%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Bellingham School District
Phone: (360)676-6481
Website: http://sehome.bellinghamschools.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,116
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 51.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 264
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 70
Grades Taught
Grade 9 250
Grade 10 287
Grade 11 301
Grade 12 278

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Sehome High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9250
Grade 10287
Grade 11301
Grade 12278
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Sehome High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female52847.3%
Male57351.3%
Not Specified151.4%
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