Serving 300 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Skagit Academy 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skagit Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Skagit Academy's student population of 300 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Skagit Academy 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 Skagit Academy is 0.37, 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
#998 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
78%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skagit Academy's ranking?
Skagit Academy is ranked #998 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Skagit Academy often compared to?
Skagit Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Skagit Academy?
The graduation rate of Skagit Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Skagit Academy?
300 students attend Skagit Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Skagit Academy students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skagit Academy?
Skagit Academy has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Skagit Academy offer ?
Skagit Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skagit Academy part of?
Skagit Academy is part of Mount Vernon School District.
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