Serving 10 students in grades 6-12, Visions (Seamar Youth Center) 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 equal to the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Visions (Seamar Youth Center) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Visions (Seamar Youth Center)'s student population of 10 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
10 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1978
School Motto
Sea Mar Community Health Centers is committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Visions (Seamar Youth Center) is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
61%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
10%
5%
White
40%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
30%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 50% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Visions (Seamar Youth Center)?
The graduation rate of Visions (Seamar Youth Center) is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Visions (Seamar Youth Center)?
10 students attend Visions (Seamar Youth Center).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Visions (Seamar Youth Center) students are White, 30% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Black.
What grades does Visions (Seamar Youth Center) offer ?
Visions (Seamar Youth Center) offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Visions (Seamar Youth Center) part of?
Visions (Seamar Youth Center) is part of Bellingham School District.
In what neighborhood is Visions (Seamar Youth Center) located?
Visions (Seamar Youth Center) is located in the Barkley neighborhood of Bellingham, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Barkley.
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