Serving 80 students in grades 9-12, Pace Alternative High 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 40%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (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
Pace Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pace Alternative High School's student population of 80 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
80 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Pace Alternative High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pace Alternative High School is 0.38, 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
#850 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
16:1
American Indian
24%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
75%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
7%
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 Pace Alternative High School's ranking?
Pace Alternative High School is ranked #850 out of 2,113 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 40% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pace Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Pace Alternative High School is 21-39%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pace Alternative High School?
80 students attend Pace Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pace Alternative High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pace Alternative High School?
Pace Alternative High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pace Alternative High School offer ?
Pace Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pace Alternative High School part of?
Pace Alternative High School is part of Wapato School District.
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