Serving 361 students in grades 9-12, South Whidbey High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (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 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Whidbey High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Whidbey High School's student population of 361 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
South Whidbey High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Whidbey High School is 0.38, 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
#462 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
78%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Whidbey High School's ranking?
South Whidbey High School is ranked #462 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are South Whidbey High School often compared to?
South Whidbey High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coupeville High School, Oak Harbor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 South Whidbey High School?
The graduation rate of South Whidbey High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Whidbey High School?
361 students attend South Whidbey High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of South Whidbey High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Whidbey High School?
South Whidbey High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Whidbey High School offer ?
South Whidbey High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Whidbey High School part of?
South Whidbey High School is part of South Whidbey School District.
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