Serving 22 students in grades 9-12, Swiftwater Alternative High School 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%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swiftwater Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Swiftwater Alternative High School's student population of 22 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Swiftwater Alternative High 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 Swiftwater Alternative High School is 0.31, 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%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
82%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swiftwater Alternative High School's ranking?
Swiftwater Alternative High School 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 Swiftwater Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Swiftwater Alternative High School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Swiftwater Alternative High School?
22 students attend Swiftwater Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Swiftwater Alternative High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swiftwater Alternative High School?
Swiftwater Alternative High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Swiftwater Alternative High School offer ?
Swiftwater Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Swiftwater Alternative High School part of?
Swiftwater Alternative High School is part of Cle Elum-Roslyn School District.
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