Serving 205 students in grades 9-12, Discovery ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
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 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Discovery's student population of 205 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Discovery ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery is 0.56, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#850 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
64%
49%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery's ranking?
Discovery is ranked #850 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
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 Discovery?
The graduation rate of Discovery is 50-54%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Discovery?
205 students attend Discovery.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Discovery students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery?
Discovery has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Discovery offer ?
Discovery offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery part of?
Discovery is part of South Kitsap School District.
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