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Very Good

#727 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 33% in state

Interagency Detention School

High School · Seattle School District No. 1

1211 E ALDER MS 1-F, Seattle, WA 98122

Enrollment

30

Score

7.2

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#727 of 2,228

In Seattle

#80 of 123

public schools

In district

#77 of 106

Seattle School District No. 1

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Interagency Detention School

7.2/10

High School in Seattle · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Bailey Gatzert Elementary School

7.9/10

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8.3/10

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About Interagency Detention School

Interagency Detention School is a public high school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Interagency Detention School serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 6th-12th. Interagency Detention School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #727 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Interagency Detention School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2017).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • WA avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 30 students, Interagency Detention 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.

Test scores at Interagency Detention School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change+1.26 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2019
TrendImproving
Academics2.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.5% (2017 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
College Readiness6.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$21,806

Interagency Detention School — Students at Interagency Detention School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 24.6% (multi-year average, 2010-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.8% (multi-year average, 2010-2017)
School
State
N/A

Based on 13 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2010
Math
24.5%
ELA
30%
2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
ELA
75%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
2019
Math
25%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.

How Interagency Detention School Compares

See how Interagency Detention School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
67th percentile in WA
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Location

1211 E ALDER MS 1-F, Seattle, WA 98122

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Interagency Detention School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Summit Public School: Sierra (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Middle College High School (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Bailey Gatzert Elementary School Seattle 0.2 mi 7.9
Summit Public School: Sierra Seattle 0.4 mi 8.3
Middle College High School Seattle 0.4 mi 8.1
BRIGHT WATER WALDORF SCHOOL Seattle 0.5 mi 7.8
SEATTLE ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Seattle 0.6 mi 7.1
O'DEA HIGH SCHOOL Seattle 0.5 mi 6.8
SEATTLE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seattle 0.5 mi 5.8
ONEWORLD NOW! Seattle 0.6 mi 4.7
PUGET SOUNDS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Seattle 0.7 mi 6.8
Seattle World School Seattle 0.7 mi 6.0
MENACHEM MENDEL SEATTLE CHEDER DAY SCHOOL Seattle 0.7 mi 6.1
Washington Middle School Seattle 0.7 mi 7.2
THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL Seattle 0.8 mi 7.7
Garfield High School Seattle 0.7 mi 7.6
Nova High School Seattle 0.8 mi 5.2
HAMLIN ROBINSON SCHOOL Seattle 1.2 mi 7.6
Beacon Hill International School Seattle 1.3 mi 9.4
SEATTLE GIRLS SCHOOL Seattle 0.9 mi 7.2
Lowell Elementary School Seattle 1.4 mi 4.3
Edmonds S. Meany Middle School Seattle 1.4 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,479

Median Home Value

$929,400

Median Rent

$1,991/mo

Population

42,001

College Educated

71.5%

Homeownership

27.9%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

31.8

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Lewis County Alternative School Chehalis, WA 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Interagency Detention School

What grades does Interagency Detention School serve?

Interagency Detention School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Interagency Detention School?

Interagency Detention School has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.

How does Interagency Detention School rank in WA?

Interagency Detention School ranks #727 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Interagency Detention School's MySchoolScout rating?

Interagency Detention School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Interagency Detention School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Interagency Detention School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2017).

Is Interagency Detention School a charter school?

No, Interagency Detention School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Interagency Detention School a Title I school?

No, Interagency Detention School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Interagency Detention School?

50.0% of students at Interagency Detention 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
92 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
93 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
93 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
30
0
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
King County

District

Seattle School District No. 1
District Enrollment
50,770
Schools in District
109
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,806
District Rank
#77 of 106

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