Orcas Island Special School serves 5 students in grades Prekindergarten.
Minority enrollment was 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
5 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
80%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Orcas Island Special School?
5 students attend Orcas Island Special School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Orcas Island Special School students are White, and 20% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Orcas Island Special School offer ?
Orcas Island Special School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Orcas Island Special School part of?
Orcas Island Special School is part of Orcas Island School District.
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