Brewster School District

The Brewster School District in Washington state serves a predominantly Hispanic student population across 4 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (one regular and one alternative). While Brewster Elementary School has the highest enrollment, it also has the lowest test scores in the district, ranking in the bottom 25% of Washington elementary schools. In contrast, Brewster High School has a relatively strong 4-year graduation rate of 92%, though its test scores still lag behind state averages.

The district faces significant equity gaps, with consistently low test scores across all grades and subjects, particularly in math. This is concerning given the high percentage of Hispanic (over 82%) and economically disadvantaged (over 90% free/reduced lunch) students served by the district. The Brewster Alternative School is an area of particular concern, with a very low 4-year graduation rate of 40% and a high dropout rate of 60%, along with the lowest spending per student and the highest student-teacher ratio in the district.

Overall, the Brewster School District faces significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to its predominantly Hispanic and low-income student population. Addressing the equity gaps, improving academic performance, and supporting the alternative school should be key priorities for the district moving forward.