Serving 200 students in grades 9-12, Highline Open Doors 1418 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% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student-teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 10-14% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highline Open Doors 1418 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Highline Open Doors 1418's student population of 200 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Highline Open Doors 1418 is 0.77, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≤20%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)50-59%
61%
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
18%
9%
Hispanic
38%
26%
Black
17%
5%
White
16%
48%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
10-14%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% WA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highline Open Doors 1418?
The graduation rate of Highline Open Doors 1418 is 10-14%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Highline Open Doors 1418?
200 students attend Highline Open Doors 1418.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Highline Open Doors 1418 students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highline Open Doors 1418?
Highline Open Doors 1418 has a student ration of 33:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Highline Open Doors 1418 offer ?
Highline Open Doors 1418 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highline Open Doors 1418 part of?
Highline Open Doors 1418 is part of Highline School District.
In what neighborhood is Highline Open Doors 1418 located?
Highline Open Doors 1418 is located in the Highline neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 11 other public schools located in Highline.
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