Serving 38 students in grades 6-12, Lewis County 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 equal to the Washington state average of 50%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lewis County Alternative School's student population of 38 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
38 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lewis County Alternative School is 0.44, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
61%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
24%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
71%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lewis County Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Lewis County Alternative School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lewis County Alternative School?
38 students attend Lewis County Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lewis County Alternative School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis County Alternative School?
Lewis County Alternative School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lewis County Alternative School offer ?
Lewis County Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lewis County Alternative School part of?
Lewis County Alternative School is part of Chehalis School District.
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