Whatcom Co Detention Center serves 3 students in grades 8-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 3 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whatcom Co Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Whatcom Co Detention Center's student population of 3 students has declined by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
3 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Whatcom Co Detention Center is 0.45, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
67%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
33%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Whatcom Co Detention Center?
3 students attend Whatcom Co Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Whatcom Co Detention Center students are Hispanic, and 33% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whatcom Co Detention Center?
Whatcom Co Detention Center has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Whatcom Co Detention Center offer ?
Whatcom Co Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Whatcom Co Detention Center part of?
Whatcom Co Detention Center is part of Northwest Educational Service District 189 School District.
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