Serving 42 students in grades 10-12, South Whidbey Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
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 42:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 10-12
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 42:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bayview Alternative School serves the entire district of Langley, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 63.8 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Whidbey Academy's student population of 42 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
42 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
2021
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Whidbey Academy is 0.54, 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)
(21-22)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
42:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
65%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)95.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
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 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 South Whidbey Academy?
The graduation rate of South Whidbey Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Whidbey Academy?
42 students attend South Whidbey Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of South Whidbey Academy students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Whidbey Academy?
South Whidbey Academy has a student ration of 42:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Whidbey Academy offer ?
South Whidbey Academy offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Whidbey Academy part of?
South Whidbey Academy is part of South Whidbey School District.
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