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 (26-27)
- 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's attendance zone covers the entire district in Langley, WA, encompassing approximately 63.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.8 miles away.
- 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 declined by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
42 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
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%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
9%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)95.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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 83.8%.
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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