Sky Valley Options serves 38 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 72%).
The student-teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 38:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sky Valley Options ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Sky Valley Options's student population of 38 students has grown by 153% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
38 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Mascot
Turks
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sky Valley Options is 0.46, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
72%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
38:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
26%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
69%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Turks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 41% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sky Valley Options?
The graduation rate of Sky Valley Options is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sky Valley Options?
38 students attend Sky Valley Options.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Sky Valley Options students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sky Valley Options?
Sky Valley Options has a student ration of 38:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sky Valley Options offer ?
Sky Valley Options offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sky Valley Options part of?
Sky Valley Options is part of Sultan School District.
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