Whatcom Co Detention Center serves 4 students in grades 8-12.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 4 students
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whatcom Co Detention Center's student population of 4 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
4 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (21-22)
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Whatcom Co Detention Center is 0.38, 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.
Hispanic
25%
27%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
47%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
39%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Whatcom Co Detention Center?
4 students attend Whatcom Co Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Whatcom Co Detention Center students are White, and 25% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Whatcom Co Detention Center offer ?
Whatcom Co Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whatcom Co Detention Center part of?
Whatcom Co Detention Center is part of Northwest Educational Service District 189.
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