Open Doors serves 95 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 61%).
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Open Doors ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Open Doors's student population of 95 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
95 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Open Doors is 0.56, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)60-79%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
63%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Open Doors?
The graduation rate of Open Doors is 20%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Open Doors?
95 students attend Open Doors.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Open Doors students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Open Doors offer ?
Open Doors offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Open Doors part of?
Open Doors is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Open Doors located?
Open Doors is located in the Downtown Spokane neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown Spokane.
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