Serving 21 students in grades 9-12, Burlington-edison Alternative 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 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Top 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burlington-edison Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Burlington-edison Alternative School's student population of 21 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Burlington-edison Alternative School is 0.45, 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)
(17-18)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
71%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
19%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)60-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 schools are Burlington-edison Alternative School often compared to?
Burlington-edison Alternative Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burlington Edison High School, Anacortes High School by visitors of our site.
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 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burlington-edison Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Burlington-edison Alternative School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Burlington-edison Alternative School?
21 students attend Burlington-edison Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Burlington-edison Alternative School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burlington-edison Alternative School?
Burlington-edison Alternative School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Burlington-edison Alternative School offer ?
Burlington-edison Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burlington-edison Alternative School part of?
Burlington-edison Alternative School is part of Burlington-Edison School District.
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