Needs Improvement
#2143 of 2,228 schools in WA
Griffin Bay School
School · San Juan Island School District
PO Box 458, Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#2,143 of 2,228
In Friday Harbor
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
San Juan Island School District
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About Griffin Bay School
Griffin Bay School is a public school in Friday Harbor, WA, part of San Juan Island School District. Griffin Bay School serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Griffin Bay School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,143 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Griffin Bay School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, Griffin Bay School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
86% of students at Griffin Bay School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Griffin Bay School — Students at Griffin Bay School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.6/10.
How Griffin Bay School Compares
See how Griffin Bay School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 458, Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Griffin Bay School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Anacortes High School (rated 8.0/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Anacortes), which scores notably higher. Another option is Friday Harbor High School (rated 7.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Beach Elem (rated 7.0/10, 20.1 miles away, in nearby Lummi Island), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Friday Harbor, see our Friday Harbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Friday Harbor Middle School Friday Harbor | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Griffin Bay School Open Doors Friday Harbor | 0.0 mi | — |
| Friday Harbor High School Friday Harbor | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| STILLPOINT SCHOOL Friday Harbor | 0.3 mi | — |
| Friday Harbor Elementary School Friday Harbor | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Shaw Island Elementary School Shaw Island | 3.7 mi | — |
| Lopez Middle High School Lopez Island | 6.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Lopez Elementary School Lopez Island | 6.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Waldron Island School Waldron Island | 11.9 mi | — |
| Decatur Elementary Anacortes | 8.9 mi | — |
| SALMONBERRY SCHOOL Eastsound | 12.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Orcas Island Elementary School Eastsound | 12.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Orcas Island High School Eastsound | 12.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Orcas Island Middle School Eastsound | 12.6 mi | 4.0 |
| OASIS K-12 Eastsound | 12.6 mi | 2.3 |
| Orcas Island Montessori Public Eastsound | 12.6 mi | — |
| ORCAS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Eastsound | 12.9 mi | — |
| Beach Elem Lummi Island | 20.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Anacortes High School Anacortes | 18.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Cap Sante High School Anacortes | 18.3 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,146
Median Home Value
$745,700
Median Rent
$1,498/mo
Population
9,127
College Educated
51.5%
Homeownership
77.3%
Avg Commute
14.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
55.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grays Harbor Academy Aberdeen, WA | 3.2 |
| Lewis River Academy Woodland, WA | 3.8 |
| THE MASTERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Twisp, WA | 4.0 |
| PI Program Chimacum, WA | 2.7 |
| La Center Academy La Center, WA | 4.5 |
| North Franklin Virtual Academy Connell, WA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Griffin Bay School
What grades does Griffin Bay School serve?
Griffin Bay School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Griffin Bay School?
Griffin Bay School has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Griffin Bay School?
The student-teacher ratio at Griffin Bay School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Griffin Bay School rank in WA?
Griffin Bay School ranks #2,143 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Griffin Bay School's MySchoolScout rating?
Griffin Bay School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Griffin Bay School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Griffin Bay School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Griffin Bay School a charter school?
No, Griffin Bay School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Griffin Bay School a Title I school?
No, Griffin Bay School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Griffin Bay School?
34.3% of students at Griffin Bay School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- San Juan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.7%
- Phone
- (360) 378-3292
Resources & Links
District
San Juan Island School District- District Enrollment
- 802
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,645
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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