Serving 79 students in grades 9-12, Innovation Heights Academy 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 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (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
Top Rankings
Innovation Heights Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Innovation Heights Academy's student population of 79 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
79 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Innovation Heights Academy is 0.70, which is more 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
16:1
16:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
48%
26%
Black
17%
5%
White
21%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 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 Innovation Heights Academy?
The graduation rate of Innovation Heights Academy is 40-49%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Innovation Heights Academy?
79 students attend Innovation Heights Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Innovation Heights Academy students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Innovation Heights Academy?
Innovation Heights Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Innovation Heights Academy offer ?
Innovation Heights Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Innovation Heights Academy part of?
Innovation Heights Academy is part of Highline School District.
In what neighborhood is Innovation Heights Academy located?
Innovation Heights Academy is located in the Highline neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 11 other public schools located in Highline.
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