Serving 484 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Whidbey Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Whidbey Elementary School's student population of 484 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Whidbey Elementary School 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 South Whidbey Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#783 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
80%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Whidbey Elementary School's ranking?
South Whidbey Elementary School is ranked #783 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are South Whidbey Elementary School often compared to?
South Whidbey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coupeville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend South Whidbey Elementary School?
484 students attend South Whidbey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of South Whidbey Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Whidbey Elementary School?
South Whidbey Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Whidbey Elementary School offer ?
South Whidbey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Whidbey Elementary School part of?
South Whidbey Elementary School is part of South Whidbey School District.
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