Serving 6 students in grades 7-12, Alternative Tamarack School 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 <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 73%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 6 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Minority Enrollment: 65%
Math Proficiency
: <50%
Reading Proficiency
: ≥50%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
The diversity score of Alternative Tamarack School is 0.60, 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.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% WA state average).
How many students attend Alternative Tamarack School?
6 students attend Alternative Tamarack School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Alternative Tamarack School students are Two or more races, 35% of students are White, and 19% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alternative Tamarack School?
Alternative Tamarack School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Alternative Tamarack School offer ?
Alternative Tamarack School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alternative Tamarack School part of?
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 6 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Minority Enrollment: 65%
Math Proficiency
: <50%
Reading Proficiency
: ≥50%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
