Serving 117 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Olympic Peninsula Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olympic Peninsula Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Olympic Peninsula Academy's student population of 117 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
117 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Olympic Peninsula Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olympic Peninsula Academy is 0.31, 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
#591 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(12-13)<50%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Olympic Peninsula Academy's ranking?
Olympic Peninsula Academy is ranked #591 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Olympic Peninsula Academy often compared to?
Olympic Peninsula Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Helen Haller Elementary School, Greywolf Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Olympic Peninsula Academy?
The graduation rate of Olympic Peninsula Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 78%.
How many students attend Olympic Peninsula Academy?
117 students attend Olympic Peninsula Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Olympic Peninsula Academy students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olympic Peninsula Academy?
Olympic Peninsula Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Olympic Peninsula Academy offer ?
Olympic Peninsula Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olympic Peninsula Academy part of?
Olympic Peninsula Academy is part of Sequim School District.
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