Serving 400 students in grades 8-12, South Whidbey High School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Whidbey High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Whidbey High School's student population of 400 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Whidbey High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Whidbey High School is 0.35, 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
#272 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-84%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
80%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)90-94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 High School's ranking?
South Whidbey High School is ranked #272 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are South Whidbey High School often compared to?
South Whidbey High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coupeville High School, Oak Harbor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Whidbey High School?
The graduation rate of South Whidbey High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Whidbey High School?
400 students attend South Whidbey High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of South Whidbey High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Whidbey High School?
South Whidbey High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Whidbey High School offer ?
South Whidbey High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Whidbey High School part of?
South Whidbey High School is part of South Whidbey School District.
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