Whatcom Co Detention Center serves 5 students in grades 7-12.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whatcom Co Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Whatcom Co Detention Center's student population of 5 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
5 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
The diversity score of Whatcom Co Detention Center is 0.32, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
80%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Whatcom Co Detention Center?
5 students attend Whatcom Co Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Whatcom Co Detention Center students are White, and 20% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Whatcom Co Detention Center offer ?
Whatcom Co Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whatcom Co Detention Center part of?
Whatcom Co Detention Center is part of Northwest Educational Service District 189 School District.
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