Serving 390 students in grades 9-12, South Whidbey High School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: South Whidbey High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire South Whidbey School District in Langley, WA, covering approximately 146 square miles. Typically, it takes 15-20 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 12.3 miles from the school.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Whidbey High School's student population of 390 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Whidbey High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 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 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#544 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
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 #544 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% 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 83.8%.
How many students attend South Whidbey High School?
390 students attend South Whidbey High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of South Whidbey High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Whidbey High School?
South Whidbey High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Whidbey High School offer ?
South Whidbey High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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