Serving 20 students in grades 9-12, Swiftwater Alternative High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swiftwater Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Swiftwater Alternative High School's student population of 20 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Swiftwater Alternative High School is 0.47, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Hispanic
15%
27%
White
70%
47%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Summiteers
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Swiftwater Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Swiftwater Alternative High School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Swiftwater Alternative High School?
20 students attend Swiftwater Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Swiftwater Alternative High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 15% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swiftwater Alternative High School?
Swiftwater Alternative High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Swiftwater Alternative High School offer ?
Swiftwater Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swiftwater Alternative High School part of?
Swiftwater Alternative High School is part of Cle Elum-Roslyn School District.
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