Serving 178 students in grades 6-12, Choice Academy ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Choice Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Choice Academy's student population of 178 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Choice Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Choice Academy is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#352 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
9%
Hispanic
22%
26%
Black
21%
5%
White
31%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
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 is Choice Academy's ranking?
Choice Academy is ranked #352 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Choice Academy?
The graduation rate of Choice Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Choice Academy?
178 students attend Choice Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Choice Academy students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Choice Academy?
Choice Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Choice Academy offer ?
Choice Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Choice Academy part of?
Choice Academy is part of Highline School District.
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