Futures School serves 25 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Futures School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Futures School's student population of 25 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Futures School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≥50%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
9%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
16%
5%
White
44%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
24%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Futures School often compared to?
Futures Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Juanita High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Futures School?
The graduation rate of Futures School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Futures School?
25 students attend Futures School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Futures School students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Futures School offer ?
Futures School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Futures School part of?
Futures School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Futures School located?
Futures School is located in the North Juanita neighborhood of Kirkland, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Juanita.
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