Serving 107 students in grades 9-12, Secondary Academy For Success ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Secondary Academy For Success ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Secondary Academy For Success's student population of 107 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
107 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Motto
Strive - Accomplish - Succeed
School Rankings
Secondary Academy For Success ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Secondary Academy For Success is 0.65, 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
#948 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
51%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
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 is Secondary Academy For Success's ranking?
Secondary Academy For Success is ranked #948 out of 2,088 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Secondary Academy For Success?
The graduation rate of Secondary Academy For Success is 70-79%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Secondary Academy For Success?
107 students attend Secondary Academy For Success.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Secondary Academy For Success students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Secondary Academy For Success?
Secondary Academy For Success has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Secondary Academy For Success offer ?
Secondary Academy For Success offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Secondary Academy For Success part of?
Secondary Academy For Success is part of Northshore School District.
In what neighborhood is Secondary Academy For Success located?
Secondary Academy For Success is located in the Canyon Park neighborhood of Bothell, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Canyon Park.
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