Serving 240 students in grades 9-12, Highline Open Doors 1418 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student-teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 10-14% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highline Open Doors 1418 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Highline Open Doors 1418's student population of 240 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Highline Open Doors 1418 is 0.73, which is more 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)
(16-17)≤20%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)50-59%
61%
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
45%
27%
Black
16%
5%
White
19%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
10-14%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% WA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highline Open Doors 1418?
The graduation rate of Highline Open Doors 1418 is 10-14%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Highline Open Doors 1418?
240 students attend Highline Open Doors 1418.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Highline Open Doors 1418 students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highline Open Doors 1418?
Highline Open Doors 1418 has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highline Open Doors 1418 offer ?
Highline Open Doors 1418 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highline Open Doors 1418 part of?
Highline Open Doors 1418 is part of Highline School District.
In what neighborhood is Highline Open Doors 1418 located?
Highline Open Doors 1418 is located in the Highline neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 11 other public schools located in Highline.
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