Serving 13 students in grades 6-12, Visions (Seamar Youth Center) 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%).
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% 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
Visions (Seamar Youth Center) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Visions (Seamar Youth Center)'s student population of 13 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
13 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Visions (Seamar Youth Center) is 0.52, 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.
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
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
n/a
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
56%
49%
Hawaiian
10%
1%
Two or more races
25%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
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 Visions (Seamar Youth Center)?
The graduation rate of Visions (Seamar Youth Center) is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Visions (Seamar Youth Center)?
13 students attend Visions (Seamar Youth Center).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Visions (Seamar Youth Center) students are White, 25% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Visions (Seamar Youth Center) offer ?
Visions (Seamar Youth Center) offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Visions (Seamar Youth Center) part of?
Visions (Seamar Youth Center) is part of Bellingham School District.
In what neighborhood is Visions (Seamar Youth Center) located?
Visions (Seamar Youth Center) is located in the Barkley neighborhood of Bellingham, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Barkley.
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