Serving 240 students in grades 6-12, Big Picture 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
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)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Picture School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Big Picture School's student population of 240 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Big Picture School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Picture School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1326 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
30%
25%
Black
10%
5%
White
37%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
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 is Big Picture School's ranking?
Big Picture School is ranked #1326 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Big Picture School?
The graduation rate of Big Picture School is 80%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Big Picture School?
240 students attend Big Picture School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Big Picture School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Big Picture School?
Big Picture School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Big Picture School offer ?
Big Picture School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Big Picture School part of?
Big Picture School is part of Highline School District.
School Reviews
2 1/12/2022
Big Picture is a great alt to everyday run-of-the-mill learning. Student interest-based learning. Lacks basic teaching of common core studies. Allows students to run around town on bus system without parent consent or adult supervision...
5 3/23/2009
The learning is interest-based, and each student must attain an internship every school year. The parents are very involved in student grading and evaluation. The students work closely with mentors, peers, advisors, and parents. Unfortunately the budget is unevenly spread by the school district so this school lacks a cafeteria.
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