Serving 209 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Saratoga School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saratoga School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Saratoga School's student population of 209 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saratoga School 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 Saratoga School is 0.32, 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
#779 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
35:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
82%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saratoga School's ranking?
Saratoga School is ranked #779 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Saratoga School?
209 students attend Saratoga School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Saratoga School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saratoga School?
Saratoga School has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Saratoga School offer ?
Saratoga School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Saratoga School part of?
Saratoga School is part of Stanwood-Camano School District.
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