Mountlake Terrace High School
- Public
- MTLK TERRACE, WA
Public School
Mountlake Terrace High School
- grade A minusOverall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- MTLK TERRACE, WA
- Rating 3.6 out of 5 231 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B+
- Diversitygrade A
- Teachersgrade C+
- College Prepgrade B+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade C+
- Administrationgrade B minus
- Sportsgrade B minus
- Foodgrade B minus
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade C
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Mountlake Terrace High School Rankings
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
81%
Percent Proficient - Math
51%
Average Graduation Rate
93%
Average SAT
1230
213 responses
Average ACT
28
76 responses
AP Enrollment
24%
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- Cost of Livinggrade C minus
- Good for Familiesgrade B+
- Housinggrade C
Median Household Income
$87,785
National
$69,021Median Rent
$1,762
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$451,900
National
$244,900Culture & Safety
Poll
83%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 23 responsesPoll
74%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 23 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,448
Free or Reduced Lunch
27%
67%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 24 responses83%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 24 responses71%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 24 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$79,719
Teachers in First/Second Year
1.4%
83%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 35 responses74%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 35 responses69%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 35 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade C+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
Expenses Per Student
$15,299 / year
National
$12,23989%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 35 responses49%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 35 responses66%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 35 responsesSimilar Schools
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Mountlake Terrace High School is a diverse and friendly environment. While there is plenty of focus on sports in the school's community, art is also given more focus than at other schools, with the school promoting plays performed by the drama club, and requiring 1.5 credits of art classes, thus exposing the world of art to students who wouldn't normally be interested in taking art classes. The teachers are also a highlight, with all of them willing to help their students learn and grow. MTHS is trying out new types of alternative classes as well, such as offering Literature of Social Justice as a different choice for 12th grade English, and Ethnic Studies as an different choice for 12th grade Social Studies. Overall, it is a school that is friendly, informative, creative, and was an absolute blast to attend. If I had the chance to attend high school again, I would definitely choose to go here, no doubts about it!
Mountlake Terrace High School has both pros and cons. The school is diverse and offers a lot academically through the STEM program, along with the electives and APs available. Terrace also has an amazing music program, and has even gone to state for multiple sports in recent years. As with any school though, there are also some problems. Like many other Washington public schools, there is a lot of drug use on campus. Also, there have been quite a few threats of violence the past couple years. That aside, it's an average school with some good and some bad teachers.
MTHS is by far one of the best STEM programs in the state. There are multiple CTSOs including TSA, FRC, and TARC, which regularly take home state and national championship wins. There is incredible access to STEM resources such as 3D printers, CNC machines, and laser cutters. The instructors in the program also offer plentiful opportunity to pursue personal projects outside of academic and club settings, with funding avaliable for niche materials. The senior capstone project also offers an opportunity for students to develop a competitive science fair research project with support from industry professionals. MTHS offers a variety of STEM pathways, including Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, and Biotechnology. All in all, the MTHS STEM program offers a comprehensive experience and a dedicated community for students to participate in. If one is interested in a STEM career, MTHS is an amazing place to develop those skills and build lasting relationships.