Serving 53 students in grades 9-12, Granite Falls Open Doors ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 51%). 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 35% 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: 53 students
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Granite Falls Open Doors ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Granite Falls Open Doors's student population of 53 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
53 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Granite Falls Open Doors is 0.54, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≥50%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
65%
49%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
41%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Granite Falls Open Doors?
The graduation rate of Granite Falls Open Doors is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Granite Falls Open Doors?
53 students attend Granite Falls Open Doors.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Granite Falls Open Doors students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Granite Falls Open Doors offer ?
Granite Falls Open Doors offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Granite Falls Open Doors part of?
Granite Falls Open Doors is part of Granite Falls School District.
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