Serving 22 students in grades 8-12, Swiftwater Alternative High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 8-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 30% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swiftwater Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Swiftwater Alternative High School's student population of 22 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Swiftwater Alternative High School 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≥50%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
78%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Swiftwater Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Swiftwater Alternative High School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Swiftwater Alternative High School?
22 students attend Swiftwater Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Swiftwater Alternative High School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swiftwater Alternative High School?
Swiftwater Alternative High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Swiftwater Alternative High School offer ?
Swiftwater Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Swiftwater Alternative High School part of?
Swiftwater Alternative High School is part of Cle Elum-Roslyn School District.
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