Weston High School

Weston High School is an alternative high school located in Arlington, Washington. Serving students from ninth to twelfth grade, the school has a small enrollment of 118 students and boasts a supportive student-to-teacher ratio of 10.7:1 with eleven full-time equivalent teachers. As an alternative school, Weston High focuses on providing individualized learning opportunities tailored to diverse educational needs.

While academic scores may not be at the top in state rankings (with a MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranking #1415 among 2261 schools), students here are engaged in subjects that matter most to them, fostering personal growth and development. In terms of proficiency rates, 43% of students meet or exceed standards in science, while a smaller percentage do so in reading (41%) and math (5%). The school emphasizes nurturing each student's unique path rather than solely focusing on standardized test performance.

Weston High School is situated in the heart of a mid-size suburb, offering a community setting where students can thrive both academically and socially.

With an enrollment of 118 students, Weston High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Weston High School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.