Serving 93 students in grades 9-12, New Start 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 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 93 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (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
New Start ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
New Start's student population of 93 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
93 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of New Start 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)
(18-19)<50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
61%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
48%
26%
Black
16%
5%
White
16%
49%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 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 New Start?
The graduation rate of New Start is 40-49%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend New Start?
93 students attend New Start.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of New Start students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Start?
New Start has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does New Start offer ?
New Start offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New Start part of?
New Start is part of Highline School District.
In what neighborhood is New Start located?
New Start is located in the Highline neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 11 other public schools located in Highline.
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