Serving 40 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Washougal Learning Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
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: 40 students
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washougal Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Washougal Learning Academy's student population of 40 students has declined by 70% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washougal Learning Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washougal Learning Academy 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
#1732 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
82%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washougal Learning Academy's ranking?
Washougal Learning Academy is ranked #1732 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Washougal Learning Academy?
40 students attend Washougal Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Washougal Learning Academy students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Washougal Learning Academy offer ?
Washougal Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washougal Learning Academy part of?
Washougal Learning Academy is part of Washougal School District.
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