Vancouver Alternative Programs 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 was <50% (which was lower than the Washington state average of 65%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Washington state average of 74%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (17-18)
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers (14-15)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
65%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
74%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
(17-18)n/a
1%
Asian
(17-18)n/a
8%
Hispanic
(17-18)12%
23%
Black
(17-18)n/a
4%
White
(17-18)88%
55%
Hawaiian
(17-18)n/a
1%
Two or more races
(17-18)n/a
8%
Graduation Rate
(16-17)<50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch (17-18)
18%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
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 65% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vancouver Alternative Programs?
The graduation rate of Vancouver Alternative Programs is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 82%.
How many students attend Vancouver Alternative Programs?
16 students attend Vancouver Alternative Programs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Vancouver Alternative Programs students are White, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Vancouver Alternative Programs offer ?
Vancouver Alternative Programs offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Vancouver Alternative Programs part of?
Vancouver Alternative Programs is part of Vancouver School District.
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