Serving 567 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Whidbey Elementary School 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 44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Whidbey Elementary School's student population of 567 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Whidbey Elementary School 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 Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#1112 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)44%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)59%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
81%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #1112 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend South Whidbey Elementary School?
567 students attend South Whidbey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of South Whidbey Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Whidbey Elementary School?
South Whidbey Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Whidbey Elementary School offer ?
South Whidbey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
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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