Serving 30 students in grades 9-12, Lake Roosevelt Alternative School 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 equal to the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Roosevelt Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lake Roosevelt Alternative School's student population of 30 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lake Roosevelt Alternative School is 0.57, 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)
(18-19)<50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
61%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
16:1
American Indian
60%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
26%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 50% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Roosevelt Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Lake Roosevelt Alternative School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lake Roosevelt Alternative School?
30 students attend Lake Roosevelt Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lake Roosevelt Alternative School students are American Indian, 26% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Roosevelt Alternative School?
Lake Roosevelt Alternative School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake Roosevelt Alternative School offer ?
Lake Roosevelt Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Roosevelt Alternative School part of?
Lake Roosevelt Alternative School is part of Grand Coulee Dam School District.
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