About OHS
Official School Name: OlympiaHigh School
School Colors: Blue and White
Mascot: Bear
Enrollment: 1850 Students, AAAA school classification
Organization: AAAA school classification
Senior High School: Grades 9-12
Established: 1907, present building constructed in 1961, renovated 1999
Main Office Telephone: (360) 596-7000
Attendance Office Telephone: (360) 596-7003 gmartin@osd.wednet.edu
Fax: (360) 596-7001
Website Information: kswinkels@osd.wednet.edu
New Student Registration
When a new student family moves into the Olympia High School attendance area, the family should contact the Olympia High School Administrative Office to make an appointment to meet with an assistant principal (360-596-7000). Bring proof of residency (rental agreement, mortgage agreement) to that meeting. Registration forms will be provided at that time. Registration meetings are not scheduled during July. Following the meeting, paperwork should be completely filled out and returned to the Counseling Center as soon as possible. Click for the Counseling Center link and additional information.
Key Information
A comprehensive high school incorporating grades nine through twelve, Olympia High School has the capacity to serve approximately 2,000 students in academic, vocational, and special needs programs geared to meet students' needs both during their high school years and after graduation. The school also offers students a broad range of extra-curricular activities including athletics, clubs, and co-curricular organizations.
▪ 86% scored 3, 4, or 5 on AP tests
▪ Drop out rate:1.47%
▪ Graduation Rate:93.3%
▪ SAT Score Average: verbal = 560, Math = 556
▪ 58 Vocational Class Offerings
▪ Cooperative agreement with New Market Vocational Skills Center
▪ Alternative programs provided in the areas of: Direct Instruction in Reading and Math, Academic Contractual Learning, and Social Affective Block for students with adjustment needs.
School Performance Report 2005-2006 (pdf)