Serving 125 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Home Education Exchange ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Home Education Exchange ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Home Education Exchange's student population of 125 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Home Education Exchange ranks within the top 5% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Home Education Exchange is 0.42, which is less 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
#96 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
75%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Home Education Exchange's ranking?
Home Education Exchange is ranked #96 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Home Education Exchange often compared to?
Home Education Exchangeis often viewed alongside schools like H.o.m.e. Program, Snoqualmie Parent Partnership Program by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Home Education Exchange?
125 students attend Home Education Exchange.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Home Education Exchange students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Home Education Exchange offer ?
Home Education Exchange offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Home Education Exchange part of?
Home Education Exchange is part of Shoreline School District.
In what neighborhood is Home Education Exchange located?
Home Education Exchange is located in the Ballinger neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Ballinger.
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