Oak Harbor School District

The Oak Harbor School District in Washington state serves over 5,000 students across 12 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. The district is highly ranked, placing 37th out of 249 districts in the state and earning a 4 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger.

Among the standout schools in the district are Oak Harbor Elementary, which has the highest test scores with 72% of 3rd and 4th graders proficient or better in ELA and math, as well as the lowest student-teacher ratio. Hillcrest Elementary is another high-performing school, ranking in the top 15% of Washington elementary schools. At the high school level, Oak Harbor High School stands out with an 86.5% 4-year graduation rate and strong science test scores.

The district's alternative schools, such as Homeconnection, also demonstrate impressive academic performance, with 100% of students proficient or better in ELA and science in several grades. This suggests the district is providing effective alternative education options. However, the data also reveals areas for improvement, such as addressing achievement gaps between schools with higher percentages of minority and economically disadvantaged students and those with more affluent student populations.