Serving 43 students in grades 10-12, South Whidbey Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 10-12
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 43:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Whidbey Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
South Whidbey Academy's student population of 43 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
43 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Whidbey Academy is 0.42, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
43:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
75%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 40% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Whidbey Academy?
The graduation rate of South Whidbey Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Whidbey Academy?
43 students attend South Whidbey Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of South Whidbey Academy students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Whidbey Academy?
South Whidbey Academy has a student ration of 43:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Whidbey Academy offer ?
South Whidbey Academy offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Whidbey Academy part of?
South Whidbey Academy is part of South Whidbey School District.
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