Serving 43 students in grades 1-12, South Whidbey Academy ranks in the bottom 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 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 61%).
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Whidbey Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
South Whidbey Academy's student population of 43 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
43 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Whidbey Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Whidbey Academy is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1347 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-79%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
79%
50%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Whidbey Academy's ranking?
South Whidbey Academy is ranked #1347 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 50% WA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Whidbey Academy?
The graduation rate of South Whidbey Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Whidbey Academy?
43 students attend South Whidbey Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of South Whidbey Academy students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does South Whidbey Academy offer ?
South Whidbey Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Whidbey Academy part of?
South Whidbey Academy is part of South Whidbey School District.
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