Serving 7 students in grades 1-12, Waldron Island School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waldron Island School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Waldron Island School's student population of 7 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Waldron Island School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)≥50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
n/a
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
100%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% WA state average).
How many students attend Waldron Island School?
7 students attend Waldron Island School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Waldron Island School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waldron Island School?
Waldron Island School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Waldron Island School offer ?
Waldron Island School offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Waldron Island School part of?
Waldron Island School is part of Orcas Island School District.
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