South Whidbey High School

South Whidbey High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
5675 Maxwelton Rd,  Langley, WA
South Whidbey School District
3.5
3.0
361 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Rod Merrell
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1230
Average ACT Score
28
Math Proficiency
47%
Reading Proficiency
72%
Average GPA
3.57
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B+
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C-
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.57
Reading Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
47%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
22
Full Time Teachers
22
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1230
Math
600
Verbal
630
Average ACT
28
Math
27
English
29
Reading
29
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
63.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
49.4%
State Average
41.7%
Science
70.7%
State Average
49.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
216:1

Student Diversity

Female
53.6%
Male
45.1%
White
77.1%
Hispanic
9.4%
Two or more races
9.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.8%
Black
1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Washington 122 Students
Western Washington University 105 Students
Washington State University 86 Students
Central Washington University 48 Students
Seattle University 40 Students
Oregon State University 36 Students
Whitman College 36 Students
Portland State University 35 Students
Eastern Washington University 35 Students
University of Puget Sound 33 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 35 Students
Psychology 33 Students
Biology 23 Students
Environmental Science 19 Students
Nursing 18 Students
Engineering 12 Students
Communications 12 Students
English 12 Students
History 12 Students
Architecture 11 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 114 Reviews
1.0 Alum
6/27/2023
All the facilities are run down. The sight of mold dripping down the sides of the school has best motivation to graduate and get the hell out of the school and off the island. There is very little course variety and like three AP courses, putting students at a disadvantage when applying to college. Teachers are good but coming out of this school I am not prepared for college whatsoever.
5.0 Senior
5/1/2023
The variety of clubs to choose from and teacher support/encouragement. Staff was willing to listen and accommodate, to the best of their ability, in order to allow for a positive and safe learning environment. One thing I would improve upon would be the general maintenance of our school, I think it would encourage more school spirit at sporting events.
4.0 Senior
11/22/2022
Overall good school. It has some wonderful teachers that clearly love to enjoy teaching their subjects. I've had some unforgettable experiences with friends and will miss the school.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 10 Reviews
4.0 parent
8/3/2021
This was our 3rd school district within Washington State, one of which scores higher than South Whidbey by a lot. We found this school district to be adequate and just as good or better as the other districts in preparing students for college or careers. They are flexible with helping AP students ge...
1.0 parent
3/26/2021
My kid goes to this school they have implemented Critical Race Theory in the curriculum. They created a divisive bully culture in the middle school and high school. There is a huge Black Lives Matter banner installed on the main road prominently placed in front of the school. I would not recommend t...
2.0 other
7/11/2020
I hated it and it’s terrible this is a sad place.
3.0 other
1/7/2020
The school really isn't the problem. The area is the problem. They are doing the best they can with what they have. I went to school here when I was younger and it didn't use to be this way, but since the recession (that didn't happen) a lot of the families have moved off the island. The lower numbe...

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South Whidbey High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Langley, WA, in the Langley neighborhood, and is served by the South Whidbey School District in Washington. The school has a total enrollment of 361 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 47% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 72% are proficient in reading. South Whidbey High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.57, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1230 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $936,857. Discover additional schools in the area, like South Whidbey Academy, Island Christian Academy, South Whidbey Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Langley has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near South Whidbey High School.

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