High Schools in Chewelah School District

The Chewelah School District in Washington state is home to two high schools: Jenkins Junior/Senior High and Chewelah Open Doors Reengagement Program. While Jenkins Junior/Senior High is the larger of the two with 314 students, Chewelah Open Doors Reengagement Program serves a smaller population of 27 students, likely focusing on re-engaging students who have previously dropped out.

Academically, Jenkins Junior/Senior High's performance on standardized tests is generally below the state averages, particularly in math. However, the school boasts a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 90.7% and a low dropout rate of 3.0%. In contrast, Chewelah Open Doors Reengagement Program does not have available academic performance data, as it is a specialized program with a different focus. Interestingly, the spending per student at Jenkins Junior/Senior High is significantly higher at $18,003, compared to $8,260 at Chewelah Open Doors Reengagement Program.

The student populations of the two high schools also differ in their racial makeup. Jenkins Junior/Senior High has a more diverse student body, with 82.17% White, 8.28% Hispanic, and 5.41% two or more races, while Chewelah Open Doors Reengagement Program has a less diverse population, with 85.19% White and 14.81% two or more races. This diversity at Jenkins Junior/Senior High may present unique challenges and opportunities for the school to address the academic performance gaps and support all students effectively.