Career Link 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 <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 65%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 74%).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (14-15)
181 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1969
Campus Size
87
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
65%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)≥50%
74%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
(14-15)1%
1%
Asian
(14-15)14%
8%
Hispanic
(14-15)41%
22%
Black
(14-15)13%
4%
White
(14-15)23%
57%
Hawaiian
(14-15)4%
1%
Two or more races
(14-15)4%
7%
Graduation Rate
(14-15)<50%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch (14-15)
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 65% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Career Link?
The graduation rate of Career Link is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 81%.
How many students attend Career Link?
181 students attend Career Link.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Career Link students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Career Link offer ?
Career Link offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Career Link part of?
Career Link is part of Highline School District.
In what neighborhood is Career Link located?
Career Link is located in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Seattle.
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