Serving 14 students in grades 9-12, Okanogan Alternative High 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%).
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Okanogan Alternative School encompasses the entire Omak school district, covering approximately 569.4 square miles in Omak, WA. Parents can expect typical drive times of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 26.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Okanogan Alternative High School's student population of 14 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
14 students
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing and empowering all students for a successful future
School Rankings
The diversity score of Okanogan Alternative High School is 0.73, 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)
(17-18)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
61%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
American Indian
29%
1%
Hispanic
21%
27%
White
36%
47%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 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 Okanogan Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Okanogan Alternative High School is 20%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Okanogan Alternative High School?
14 students attend Okanogan Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Okanogan Alternative High School students are White, 29% of students are American Indian, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Okanogan Alternative High School offer ?
Okanogan Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Okanogan Alternative High School part of?
Okanogan Alternative High School is part of Okanogan School District.
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