[2] The school's nickname is the Redhawks, the mascot is the Bird, and its colors are red, black, and white.

[6] This award recognizes the excellence of Sammamish's Advanced Placement instruction and student performances.

From 2002 through 2006, Sammamish students' scores counted for over 50% of all the passing exams in AP Calculus BC for the entire state.

The validity of these rankings is disputed for various reasons, such as that Sammamish's lack of an IB program deflates its rating as compared to its neighbor Interlake High School.

Twenty two sports are played over the course of three seasons at Sammamish, with Cheer and Drill active year-round.

An active Multicultural Club conducts events to demonstrate the diversity of the student body and coordinates the annual "Taste of Sammamish" culinary festival.

Also, the Arts Magnet Program creates opportunities for students to participate in actual production.

The school offers a fully functional hot glass studio and extensive programs centered on Health care.

In February 2007, Sammamish won 1st Runner-up in the most competitive Multi-Mic Division at Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival.