Prosser Opportunity Academy serves 22 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 59% 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: 22 students
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prosser Opportunity Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Prosser Opportunity Academy's student population of 22 students has grown by 120% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Prosser Opportunity Academy is 0.49, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
59%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
41%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Prosser Opportunity Academy?
The graduation rate of Prosser Opportunity Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Prosser Opportunity Academy?
22 students attend Prosser Opportunity Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Prosser Opportunity Academy students are Hispanic, and 41% of students are White.
What grades does Prosser Opportunity Academy offer ?
Prosser Opportunity Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Prosser Opportunity Academy part of?
Prosser Opportunity Academy is part of Prosser School District.
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