Serving 32 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mount Baker Academy 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Baker Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Mount Baker Academy's student population of 32 students has declined by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
32 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mount Baker Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Baker Academy is 0.27, 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
#1679 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
17:1
Hispanic
16%
27%
White
84%
47%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(14-15)<50%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Baker Academy's ranking?
Mount Baker Academy is ranked #1679 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mount Baker Academy?
The graduation rate of Mount Baker Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 81%.
How many students attend Mount Baker Academy?
32 students attend Mount Baker Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mount Baker Academy students are White, and 16% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Baker Academy?
Mount Baker Academy has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mount Baker Academy offer ?
Mount Baker Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mount Baker Academy part of?
Mount Baker Academy is part of Mount Baker School District.
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