Serving 8 students in grades 7-12, Alternative Tamarack School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 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 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 73%).
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alternative Tamarack School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Alternative Tamarack School's student population of 8 students has grown by 700% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alternative Tamarack School is 0.66, 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)
(12-13)<50%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥50%
73%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
38%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
37%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
25%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
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 64% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% WA state average).
How many students attend Alternative Tamarack School?
8 students attend Alternative Tamarack School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Alternative Tamarack School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, and 25% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Alternative Tamarack School offer ?
Alternative Tamarack School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alternative Tamarack School part of?
Alternative Tamarack School is part of Spokane School District.
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