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#2081 of 2,228 schools in WA

Highline Open Doors 1418

High School · Highline School District

614 SW 120th Street, Burien, WA 98146

Enrollment

200

Student-Teacher

40:1

Score

3.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#2,081 of 2,228

In Burien

#9 of 11

public schools

In district

#27 of 34

Highline School District

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Highline Open Doors 1418

3.8/10

High School in Burien · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.3/10

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About Highline Open Doors 1418

Highline Open Doors 1418 is a public high school in Burien, WA, part of Highline School District. Highline Open Doors 1418 serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 40:1 student-teacher ratio. Highline Open Doors 1418 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,081 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Highline Open Doors 1418 show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2016) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2016).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.8
  • WA avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

Highline Open Doors 1418 runs 40:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.2Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-14.75 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2016
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2016 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.5% (2016 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2016 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2016 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
College Readiness6.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio40:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,594

Highline Open Doors 1418 — Students at Highline Open Doors 1418 score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA EDFACTS (2015-16)

Math Proficiency 17.3% (multi-year average, 2015-2016)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.0% (multi-year average, 2015-2016)
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
69.5%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
54.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.2/10.

How Highline Open Doors 1418 Compares

See how Highline Open Doors 1418 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
7th percentile in WA
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
1.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
40:1 student-teacher ratio
5 teachers

Location

614 SW 120th Street, Burien, WA 98146

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Highline Open Doors 1418 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Innovation Heights Academy (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN F KENNEDY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Evergreen High School (rated 5.3/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Seattle), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Burien, see our Burien schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Evergreen High School Seattle 0.3 mi 5.3
Cascade Middle School Seattle 0.4 mi 4.5
ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Burien 0.6 mi 6.2
Hazel Valley Elementary Burien 0.7 mi 4.0
Mount View Elementary Seattle 0.8 mi 4.8
WEST SEATTLE MONTESSORI Seattle 0.7 mi 6.2
GLENDALE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Burien 1.0 mi 6.1
White Center Heights Elementary Seattle 1.2 mi 6.7
JOHN F KENNEDY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Burien 1.4 mi 6.6
Cedarhurst Elementary Burien 1.2 mi 3.5
ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL NORTH AMERICA SEATTLE CAMPUS Seattle 1.7 mi
Shorewood Elementary Burien 1.2 mi 7.6
Seahurst Elementary School Burien 1.8 mi 4.5
Innovation Heights Academy Burien 1.3 mi 6.8
Beverly Park Elem at Glendale Seattle 1.5 mi 5.2
THE COMMUNITY OF WEST SEATTLE Seattle 1.7 mi
Rainier Prep Seattle 1.5 mi 8.7
THE BRIDGE SCHOOL Seattle 1.5 mi 5.2
Highland Park Elementary School Seattle 2.0 mi 7.8
EXPLORER WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle 1.7 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98146 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,460

Median Home Value

$642,300

Median Rent

$1,721/mo

Population

28,182

College Educated

37.2%

Homeownership

66.7%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

39.8

Similar Schools

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Chimacum Junior/Senior High School Chimacum, WA 3.9
Crossroads High School Granite Falls, WA 3.9
Lincoln Hill High School Stanwood, WA 3.6
Rivers Edge High School Richland, WA 3.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Highline Open Doors 1418

What grades does Highline Open Doors 1418 serve?

Highline Open Doors 1418 serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Highline Open Doors 1418?

Highline Open Doors 1418 has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Highline Open Doors 1418?

The student-teacher ratio at Highline Open Doors 1418 is 40:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Highline Open Doors 1418 rank in WA?

Highline Open Doors 1418 ranks #2,081 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Highline Open Doors 1418's MySchoolScout rating?

Highline Open Doors 1418 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Highline Open Doors 1418?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Highline Open Doors 1418 has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2016) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2016).

Is Highline Open Doors 1418 a charter school?

No, Highline Open Doors 1418 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Highline Open Doors 1418 a Title I school?

No, Highline Open Doors 1418 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highline Open Doors 1418?

57.0% of students at Highline Open Doors 1418 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher Ratio
40:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.0%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County

District

Highline School District
District Enrollment
17,823
Schools in District
43
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,594
District Rank
#27 of 34

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