At a glance
Reported students
485
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
28.83
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington elementary enrollment
73rd percentile
Compared with 1,223 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
290
South Whidbey Elementary: 485 reported students.
State peer staffing position
73rd percentile
16.8:1 reported; state peer median 15.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 458
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36.97
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.4:1
What the reported data says about South Whidbey Elementary
South Whidbey Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades KG–05 in Langley. It is one of 5 current school records connected to South Whidbey School District. NCES reports 485 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,223 elementary schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 406 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 73rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.8:1, close to the Washington median of 15.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (79.6%) and multiracial (9.7%). English learners represent 0.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 17%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking South Whidbey Elementary
- 1How do the reported 16.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 28.83 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 17%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 39.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.75
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.33
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White79.6%
- Hispanic8.2%
- Black0.2%
- Asian0.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander1%
- Multiracial9.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in South Whidbey School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
South Whidbey Special Services
Elementary · Grades PK–01
0 reported students
South Whidbey High School
High · Grades 09–12
390 reported students
South Whidbey Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
290 reported students
South Whidbey Academy
High · Grades 10–12
42 reported students
Public schools near South Whidbey Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Whidbey Special Services Elementary · South Whidbey School District | PK–01 | 0 | 0.4 mi |
| Mukilteo Elementary Elementary · Mukilteo School District | KG–05 | 521 | 7.5 mi |
| Columbia Elementary Elementary · Mukilteo School District | PK–05 | 596 | 9.2 mi |
| Elger Bay Elementary Elementary · Stanwood-Camano School District | KG–05 | 376 | 9.4 mi |
| View Ridge Elementary Elementary · Everett School District | PK–05 | 497 | 9.5 mi |
| Jackson Elementary School Elementary · Everett School District | PK–05 | 322 | 9.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about South Whidbey Elementary
What grades does South Whidbey Elementary serve?
South Whidbey Elementary reports grades KG–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in South Whidbey School District.
How many students attend South Whidbey Elementary?
South Whidbey Elementary reported 485 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 73rd percentile among 1,223 Washington elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 458 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at South Whidbey Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 16.8:1, based on 485 students and 28.83 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 15.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is South Whidbey Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
South Whidbey Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on South Whidbey School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of South Whidbey Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
39.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is South Whidbey Elementary in?
South Whidbey Elementary is part of South Whidbey School District, based in Langley, WA, which operates 5 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near South Whidbey Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include South Whidbey Special Services (0.4 mi), Mukilteo Elementary (7.5 mi), Columbia Elementary (9.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.