Spring Street International School
School Notes Overview:
The Spring Street International School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. Spring Street International School opened in the fall of 1995 in response to the interest of students and parents seeking a rigorous academic program responsive to the skill levels and interests of individual students. The school is approved by the Washington State Board of Education to serve students in grades six through twelve. Spring Street International School is accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges, and is a Candidate Member of the Pacific Northwest Association of Independent Schools. As an independent school, it is registered as a non-profit organization governed by a board of trustees, and is committed to independence of control by any government or church agency, or special interest group. The school, its teachers and administrators, are accountable directly to its students and parents. It is free to select its own goals, curricula, teachers and students in the pursuit of excellence in education. Spring Street International School is located at 505 Spring Street in Friday Harbor, Washington. Approximately two-thirds of its students come from San Juan Island, others commute from Orcas, Shaw and Lopez Islands, and our international students stay in our student dormitory in Friday Harbor. The unique setting of the school enhances the core program by allowing a diversity of educational experiences, through access to the local environment and community resources, and the use of unique talents of community members....
School Overview:
Spring Street International School |
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| School Membership(s) | State or regional independent school association | |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades 6 - 12 | |
| County | San Juan County, WA | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 71 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(WA) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 3% | 14% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Grade 6 - 10 students | ||
| Grade 7 - 4 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 10 students | ||
| Grade 9 - 13 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 10 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 10 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 14 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 8 teachers | |
This School |
(WA) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:8 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 174 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
School Notes:
- The Spring Street International School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. Spring Street International School opened in the fall of 1995 in response to the interest of students and parents seeking a rigorous academic program responsive to the skill levels and interests of individual students. The school is approved by the Washington State Board of Education to serve students in grades six through twelve. Spring Street International School is accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges, and is a Candidate Member of the Pacific Northwest Association of Independent Schools. As an independent school, it is registered as a non-profit organization governed by a board of trustees, and is committed to independence of control by any government or church agency, or special interest group. The school, its teachers and administrators, are accountable directly to its students and parents. It is free to select its own goals, curricula, teachers and students in the pursuit of excellence in education. Spring Street International School is located at 505 Spring Street in Friday Harbor, Washington. Approximately two-thirds of its students come from San Juan Island, others commute from Orcas, Shaw and Lopez Islands, and our international students stay in our student dormitory in Friday Harbor. The unique setting of the school enhances the core program by allowing a diversity of educational experiences, through access to the local environment and community resources, and the use of unique talents of community members.
- Profile last updated: 02/09/2009
In the News:
- Mock DUI crash will reinforce message of the consequences of DUI (Journal of the San Juans)
posted on April 22, 2009 at 03:28:23 pm
The number of drinking and driving crashes is on the rise in San Juan County. According to San Juan County court records, 44 DUI cases were cases filed in 2004. That number climbed to 61 in 2007 and 94 in 2008. Nineteen DUI cases were filed in the first quarter of 2009. A program hopes to turn the tide by reinforcing images of the consequences of driving while intoxicated. - Every 15 Minutes: Mock DUI crash April 22-23 (Journal of the San Juans)
posted on April 16, 2009 at 06:43:44 pm
The number of drinking and driving crashes is on the rise in San Juan County. According to San Juan County court records, 44 DUI cases were cases filed in 2004. That number climbed to 61 in 2007 and 94 in 2008. Nineteen DUI cases were filed in the first quarter of 2009. A program hopes to turn the tide by reinforcing images of the consequences of driving while intoxicated. - Update: San Juan Dragons begin season Saturday at home vs. Mukilteo | Lacrosse (Journal of the San Juans)
posted on March 11, 2009 at 05:40:53 pm
It would not be an overstatement to say this is the year the San Juan Dragons lacrosse team plays for a title. Because the Dragons ARE playing for a title, with the confidence that a title is within their grasp. No longer underdogs, the scrappy team that finished 5-5 last year, tying for first in the Skagit Conference, has more advantages going into this season, which kicks off at home vs. ... - Dr. Willows is guest at Discovery Speaker Series | Environmental Briefs (Journal of the San Juans)
posted on February 25, 2009 at 12:19:37 am
Dr. Dennis Willows, former director of the U.W. Friday Harbor Labs, is the guest at this week's Spring Street School Discovery Speaker Series presentation. The event is free and open to the public. Date and venue: Thursday, 7 p.m., Friday Harbor House San Juan Conference Room.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (98250) | School Zip (98250) |
(WA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 6,894 people | 5,855,424 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 42% | 29% |
| Population Average Age | 47 years old | 35 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.2 persons | 2.4 persons |
| Median Household Income | $45,000 | $49,081 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 4.9 rooms | 5.4 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 26 years old | 38 years old |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 74% / 26% | 62% / 38% |
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