Serving 144 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Ocean ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ocean's student population of 144 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
144 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ocean ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocean is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1597 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
74%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocean's ranking?
Ocean is ranked #1597 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ocean?
The graduation rate of Ocean is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Ocean?
144 students attend Ocean.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Ocean students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocean?
Ocean has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ocean offer ?
Ocean offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ocean part of?
Ocean is part of Port Townsend School District.
School Reviews
Review Ocean. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
