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Chiawana High School
- BOverall Grade
- Public
- 8-12
- Pasco, WA
- 331 reviews
- AcademicsC+
- DiversityA
- TeachersB-
- College PrepB-
- Clubs & ActivitiesA-
- Health & SafetyA-
- AdministrationB+
- SportsA+
- FoodB-
- Resources & FacilitiesB
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- Cost of LivingB-
- Good for FamiliesB
- HousingB-
Median Household Income
$61,662
National
$55,322Median Rent
$895
National
$949Median Home Value
$186,900
National
$184,700Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
A-
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
- 86%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.35 responses
Poll
- 74%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.35 responses
Students
Diversity
A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
2,682
Free or Reduced Lunch
66%
- 84%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.45 responses
- 73%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.45 responses
- 82%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.45 responses
Teachers
- 63%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.48 responses
- 73%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.48 responses
- 71%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.48 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
A-
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
Expenses Per Student
$12,747/ year
National
$12,239- 85%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.54 responses
- 46%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.54 responses
- 52%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.54 responses
Chiawana High School Reviews
331 reviews
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This is a great school! nearly all of the teachers I have had have been fantastic, the student atmosphere is friendly for the most part, and there are plenty of extra curricular activities for students to participate in. I think that Chiawana handled the Covid crises well, and my teachers were very flexible and quick to come up with plans to provide learning for their students during this time. I personally have found success through the classes and WIAA activities that Chiawana offers, and I feel that Chiawana is the best high school for students in the Tri-Cities. While we may not have the funding of some schools in my area, I believe that Chiawana is a quality school that does great things with the resources it has been provided. Both the teachers and the staff are all phenomenal and have given me a launching point with which to begin my university studies and career, and for that I am very grateful.
Some experiences that I've experienced at Chiawana High School have allowed me to become more mature as well increase my socializing skills. Some examples consist of teachers always caring. One specific example was during my sophomore year when I was walking through the hallways. I was lost, confused, and outright depressed. A teacher had seen my exhausted face and took the time out of his day to ask me "Hey bud! Are you okay?". Obviously, I answered "Yes, thank you for asking". A simple exchange in words allowed me to realize that someone cared about me enough to ask me how I was. This interaction set me on a path that I am forever grateful for. I realized that although this teacher did not know me, he found the time to at least ask me how I was. Today, when I see someone with a sad face I take the time to ask them, "are you okay?", hoping that just maybe able to have that same impact that teacher had on me back then.
School in general is pretty average. I found nothing special or notable about it.The building itself is dreadfully boring. Boring exterior, even more boring interior. There's no distinction between wings, most hallways look completely identical. Few exceptions are the theater & student mall. Uninspired landscape and odd wastes of space. The design is cold, clinical & depressing.
I have a few words about the band program. I found the environment to not be ideal. Teachers foster an environment of extreme competitiveness and toxicity. Plenty of band students there, especially those vying for top positions in wind ensemble or jazz exhibit plenty of false humility and toxicity. A lot of fake people in the band program. Lead instructor tends to lash out at students which honestly doesn't help anybody. I will say though that the anger issues for both students & teachers has considerably improved during my time, however it feels as if it's always on the tipping point & may revert any time.
I have a few words about the band program. I found the environment to not be ideal. Teachers foster an environment of extreme competitiveness and toxicity. Plenty of band students there, especially those vying for top positions in wind ensemble or jazz exhibit plenty of false humility and toxicity. A lot of fake people in the band program. Lead instructor tends to lash out at students which honestly doesn't help anybody. I will say though that the anger issues for both students & teachers has considerably improved during my time, however it feels as if it's always on the tipping point & may revert any time.