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Sentinel Tech Alt School
High School · Wahluke School District
P.O. Box 907, Mattawa, WA 99349
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
34:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
34:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,657 of 2,228
In Mattawa
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
Wahluke School District
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Sentinel Tech Alt School
Sentinel Tech Alt School is a public high school in Mattawa, WA, part of Wahluke School District. Sentinel Tech Alt School serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 34:1 student-teacher ratio. Sentinel Tech Alt School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,657 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Sentinel Tech Alt School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, Sentinel Tech Alt 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 Sentinel Tech Alt 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.
Sentinel Tech Alt School runs 34:1 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
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Sentinel Tech Alt School — Students at Sentinel Tech Alt School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 12 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: 8.3/10.
How Sentinel Tech Alt School Compares
See how Sentinel Tech Alt School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P.O. Box 907, Mattawa, WA 99349
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sentinel Tech Alt School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Royal High School (rated 5.7/10, 18.4 miles away, in nearby Royal City), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wahluke High School (rated 4.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Sunnyside High School (rated 4.0/10, 29.0 miles away, in nearby Sunnyside), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mattawa, see our Mattawa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Saddle Mountain Elementary Mattawa | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Mattawa Elementary Mattawa | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Developmental Pre-School Mattawa | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mattawa Elementary Pre-School Mattawa | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Morris Schott Elementary Mattawa | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Wahluke Junior High Mattawa | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Wahluke High School Mattawa | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Royal Middle School Royal City | 18.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Royal High School Royal City | 18.4 mi | 5.7 |
| George Elementary Quincy | 23.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Red Rock Elementary Royal City | 18.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Royal Intermediate School Royal City | 18.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Sun Valley Elementary School Sunnyside | 27.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Sierra Vista Middle School Sunnyside | 28.1 mi | 5.1 |
| SUNNYSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sunnyside | 28.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Sunnyside High School Sunnyside | 29.0 mi | 4.0 |
| SHS Graduation Alliance Sunnyside | 29.0 mi | — |
| Harrison Middle School Sunnyside | 29.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Chief Kamiakin Elementary School Sunnyside | 29.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Pioneer Elementary School Sunnyside | 29.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99349 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,851
Median Home Value
$409,000
Median Rent
$1,181/mo
Population
8,098
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
56.5%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
29.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sentinel Tech Alt School
What grades does Sentinel Tech Alt School serve?
Sentinel Tech Alt School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sentinel Tech Alt School?
Sentinel Tech Alt School has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sentinel Tech Alt School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sentinel Tech Alt School is 34:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sentinel Tech Alt School rank in WA?
Sentinel Tech Alt School ranks #1,657 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Sentinel Tech Alt School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sentinel Tech Alt School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Sentinel Tech Alt School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sentinel Tech Alt School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
Is Sentinel Tech Alt School a charter school?
No, Sentinel Tech Alt School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sentinel Tech Alt School a Title I school?
No, Sentinel Tech Alt School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sentinel Tech Alt School?
47.1% of students at Sentinel Tech Alt 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 34:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Grant County
- Phone
- (509) 932-4565
Resources & Links
District
Wahluke School District- District Enrollment
- 2,483
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,002
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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