Serving 38 students in grades Kindergarten-12, La Center 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 38:1 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: 38 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 38:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Center Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
La Center Academy's student population of 38 students has declined by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
38 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Center 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 La Center Academy is 0.29, 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
#1260 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
38:1
17:1
Hispanic
10%
27%
White
84%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Center Academy's ranking?
La Center Academy is ranked #1260 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 ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend La Center Academy?
38 students attend La Center Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of La Center Academy students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Center Academy?
La Center Academy has a student ration of 38:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does La Center Academy offer ?
La Center Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is La Center Academy part of?
La Center Academy is part of La Center School District.
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