Serving 346 students in grades 6-12, Bellevue Big Picture School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bellevue Big Picture School's student population of 346 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bellevue Big Picture School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellevue Big Picture School is 0.73, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#508 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
28%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellevue Big Picture School's ranking?
Bellevue Big Picture School is ranked #508 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Bellevue Big Picture School often compared to?
Bellevue Big Picture Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Odle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bellevue Big Picture School?
The graduation rate of Bellevue Big Picture School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Bellevue Big Picture School?
346 students attend Bellevue Big Picture School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Bellevue Big Picture School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bellevue Big Picture School?
Bellevue Big Picture School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bellevue Big Picture School offer ?
Bellevue Big Picture School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bellevue Big Picture School part of?
Bellevue Big Picture School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Bellevue Big Picture School located?
Bellevue Big Picture School is located in the Lake Hills neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Lake Hills.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
I'm currently a student at this school and the staff is incompetent and they neglect to address issues such as harassment and bullying in a timely or effective manner for example I was harassed for months by a group and despite going to the staff multiple times it took 2 months for the office staff to address it and when they did, it was in the form of a restoration circle which had no effect on the harassment and the people harassing me walked away with no punishment. The staff is incompetent and ineffective at their jobs I would like to see them held accountable for their lake of respect towards their students. This has happened to multiple other people at this school. No one should half to deal with the behavior that the staff allows at a big picture.
5 10/10/2025
Very good, they support mental health.
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