Serving 72 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Family Link ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 36:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Family Link's attendance zone encompasses the entire Vashon school district, covering approximately 36.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Family Link's student population of 72 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Family Link ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Family Link is 0.25, which is less 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
#922 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
36:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
27%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(13-14)≥50%
80%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 24-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 Family Link's ranking?
Family Link is ranked #922 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Family Link?
The graduation rate of Family Link is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 80%.
How many students attend Family Link?
72 students attend Family Link.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Family Link students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Family Link?
Family Link has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Family Link offer ?
Family Link offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Family Link part of?
Family Link is part of Vashon Island School District.
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