Serving 54 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mary Walker Alternative Learning Experience 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%).
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Walker Alternative Learning Experience ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Mary Walker Alternative Learning Experience's student population of 54 students has grown by 285% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary Walker Alternative Learning Experience 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 Mary Walker Alternative Learning Experience is 0.65, 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)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
12%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
27%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
51%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Walker Alternative Learning Experience's ranking?
Mary Walker Alternative Learning Experience 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 Mary Walker Alternative Learning Experience?
The graduation rate of Mary Walker Alternative Learning Experience is 60-79%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mary Walker Alternative Learning Experience?
54 students attend Mary Walker Alternative Learning Experience.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Mary Walker Alternative Learning Experience students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Mary Walker Alternative Learning Experience offer ?
Mary Walker Alternative Learning Experience offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Mary Walker Alternative Learning Experience part of?
Mary Walker Alternative Learning Experience is part of Mary Walker School District.
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