Serving 35 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Griffin Bay School ranks in the top 50% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Griffin Bay School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Griffin Bay School's student population of 35 students has grown by 94% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
School Rankings
Griffin Bay School 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 Griffin Bay School is 0.34, 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
#798 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
80%
48%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
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 is Griffin Bay School's ranking?
Griffin Bay School is ranked #798 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Griffin Bay School?
The graduation rate of Griffin Bay School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Griffin Bay School?
35 students attend Griffin Bay School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Griffin Bay School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Griffin Bay School?
Griffin Bay School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Griffin Bay School offer ?
Griffin Bay School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Griffin Bay School part of?
Griffin Bay School is part of San Juan Island School District.
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