South Whidbey Academy

5675 Maxwelton Road
Langley, WA 98260
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
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Top 50%
Serving 37 students in grades 10-12, South Whidbey Academy 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 13% 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: 10-12
  • Enrollment: 37 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : ≥80% (Top 50% in WA)
  • : Top 50%
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

South Whidbey Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

School Overview

South Whidbey Academy's student population of 37 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
37 students
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Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
3 teachers
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School Rankings

South Whidbey Academy 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 South Whidbey Academy is 0.24, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
#790 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
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<50%
40%
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≥50%
53%
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<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
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American Indian
3%
1%
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Asian
n/a
9%
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Hispanic
5%
26%
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Black
n/a
5%
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White
87%
49%
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Hawaiian
n/a
1%
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Two or more races
5%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.24
This chart displays the diversity score of South Whidbey Academy and the public school average diversity score of Washington by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
≥80%
84%
This chart displays graduation rate of South Whidbey Academy and public school graduation rate of Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
41%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Whidbey Academy's ranking?
South Whidbey Academy is ranked #790 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 South Whidbey Academy?
The graduation rate of South Whidbey Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Whidbey Academy?
37 students attend South Whidbey Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of South Whidbey Academy students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What grades does South Whidbey Academy offer ?
South Whidbey Academy offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Whidbey Academy part of?
South Whidbey Academy is part of South Whidbey School District.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
  • Grades: 10-12
  • Enrollment: 37 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : ≥80% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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