Discovery Center serves 12 students in grades 2-11.
Minority enrollment was 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-11
Total Students
12 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
17%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
n/a
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
75%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
42%
n/a
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Discovery Center?
12 students attend Discovery Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Discovery Center students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, and 8% of students are Asian.
What grades does Discovery Center offer ?
Discovery Center offers enrollment in grades 2-11
What school district is Discovery Center part of?
Discovery Center is part of Bellingham School District.
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