Serving 405 students in grades 9-12, Acceleration Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (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 61%).
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 6-9% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Acceleration Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Acceleration Academy's student population of 405 students has grown by 93% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Acceleration Academy is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≤20%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
61%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
24%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
42%
48%
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
6-9%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Acceleration Academy?
The graduation rate of Acceleration Academy is 6-9%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Acceleration Academy?
405 students attend Acceleration Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Acceleration Academy students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Acceleration Academy offer ?
Acceleration Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Acceleration Academy part of?
Acceleration Academy is part of Bethel School District.
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