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Profile updated Tuesday, July 1, 2008 |
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Nathan Hale High School
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10750 30th Ave. N.E.
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 252-3680
Map & directions |
District: Seattle
Type: public school
Grades: 9-12
Total enrollment: 1,104 students |
http://www.hale.seattleschools.org
| Class size |
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| Average size of a required 11th-grade English class |
27 |
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| Free lunch |
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| Students who receive free or reduced-price lunch |
15% |
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| Special education |
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| Is there a program? |
yes |
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| Number of students enrolled |
143 |
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Program details
- Students are together in one class most of the day (self-contained).
- Students are together in one program for part of the day (pull-out).
- Students receive enriched instruction in classroom (inclusion).
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| ESL program |
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| Is there a program? |
yes |
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| Number of students enrolled |
60 |
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Program details
- Students are together in one program for part of the day (pull-out).
- Students receive enriched instruction in classroom (inclusion).
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| Graduation rate |
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| High school on-time graduation rate |
77% |
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| African American |
11% |
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| Asian American |
15% |
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| Hispanic |
9% |
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| Multiracial |
0% |
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| Native American |
3% |
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| Pacific Islander |
1% |
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| White |
63% |
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| Not provided |
0% |
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| Due to minor percentage discrepancies in reports from the schools, please note that some ethnicity figures don't add up to 100%. |
| 1-5 years |
12% |
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| 6-12 years |
22% |
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| 13-19 years |
43% |
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| 20+ years |
23% |
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| Total percentage of teachers with advanced degrees (Master's/Ph.D.) |
74% |
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Test scores updated Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Figures show the percentage of students who met state standards.
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2006 |
2007 |
2008 |
2009 |
% point change
2006 - 2009 |
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10th grade |
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| Reading |
89% |
87% |
91% |
91% |
+2 |
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| Writing |
90% |
89% |
95% |
90% |
0 |
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| Math |
65% |
66% |
68% |
67% |
+2 |
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| Science |
48% |
49% |
49% |
52% |
+4 |
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Met standards, all 3
(Reading, Writing, Math) |
61% |
N/A |
59% |
62% |
+1 |
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N/A means that test was not administered that year.
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| Seniors who graduated in spring 2005 enrolled in 4-year colleges |
50% |
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| Seniors who graduated in spring 2005 enrolled in 2-year colleges |
27% |
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| Advanced Placement or honors classes |
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| AP classes offered |
22 |
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| AP subjects offered |
9 |
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| Language arts, social studies grades 9-12; integrated science grade 9; biology grade 10; chemistry and physics; math 1, 2, and 3; calculus; advanced radio; advanced graphics and graphic production; vocal jazz; jazz band; Spanish 4; Japanese 4. |
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| International Baccalaureate classes |
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| IB classes offered |
No data available |
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| IB subjects offered |
No data available |
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| Academic highlights |
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- Small learning communities focus on rigorous, relevant curriculum: Grade 9 academies integrate language arts, social studies, science, health; grade 10 Integrated Studies of language arts, social studies, biology; grades 11-12 American Studies integrates language arts, social studies, government, economics.
- School is recognized nationally for educational reform based on the Principles of the Coalition of Essential schools and project-based instruction in all subjects focuses on critical thinking and knowledge application resulting in culminating senior exhibitions. Students graduate with skills necessary for success in college, work and/or service as evidenced by high test scores, strong correlation with UW GPAs and college-bound rates (approximately 85%). 2007-08 Metro League Sportsmanship Award for high academic achievement by athletes.
- Nationally recognized by Village Voice, KNHC-C89.5 radio is a national trendsetter in music and regularly listed on the charts, has branched into pod and vod casting. Other career and technical programs include horticulture, award-winning photography, Cisco computer programming, A+ certification, Web design, TV and radio production.Performing Arts Center designed by educational staff has four independent teaching forums, including a 500-seat theater with gallery sound-system.
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| Performing or fine-arts programs offered |
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| Band, choir, orchestra, drama, photography, drawing-painting, ceramics. KNHC radio; fashion illustration; jazz band; vocal jazz; graphic arts. |
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| Interscholastic sports offered |
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Co-ed
Ultimate Frisbee.
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Boys
Basketball, baseball, cross country, football, golf, gymnastics, lacrosse, soccer, swimming, tennis, track, wrestling.
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Girls
Basketball, cross country, golf, gymnastics, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track, volleyball, wrestling. Ultimate Frisbee team is nationally ranked with multiple national championships.
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| Extracurricular activities offered |
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| Student newspaper, yearbook, debate, Future Business Leaders of America, honor society. Award-winning Diversity Club, Bicycle Club, InterCity Outing, cheerleading, Upward Bound, Earth Service Corps, Gay/Straight Alliance, Opera Club, dance team; Naha, Japan exchange, service-learning in Costa Rica. |
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| What is your school doing to improve student achievement? |
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| Followed research for later start: 8:30 start time. Schedule has three 6-period days and two 3-period days, freshmen have daily 90-minute periods. Small learning communities, 2-year mentorships; grade-level counselors, IEP consulting teachers, and administrative support personalize the learning environment and advocate for students. After-school homework help center run by teachers in conjunction with UW tutors, "focus" classes to support/develop student skills yet keep them on-track for graduation, and teacher consulting for appropriate student placement results in the lowest discipline and drop-out rates in the district. Skills are embedded in curriculum rather than added on. Schoolwide sustained silent reading program. |
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| Special programs |
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| Visually-challenged students are fully included program in academic program and receive additional preparation in Braille and other life skills. Life-skill transition program for special-education students at the Safeco building. ESL students fully included in classrooms and have support classes as needed. MESA and Upward Bound help students gain college access. |
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| Graduation requirements, if different from the district |
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| Four years of language arts and social studies; three years of science and math; outside reading; mentorship; annual exhibitions; proof of technological skills. |
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| Significant changes at the school |
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| New Performing Arts Center designed by educational staff has four independent teaching forums, including a 500-seat theater with gallery sound-system.All teaching areas will have access to document cameras, internet, and video projectors. This facility enhances the 9-12 small learning communities and the teachers ability for flexibility, personalization, differentiation, and inclusion. |
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| Other highlights |
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- Award-winning staff (Christa McAuliffe, Golden Apples, UW Pressley prize); several teachers have National Board Certification; 2005 John D. Warner Excellence in Education Award; one of 7 schools in state chosen to participate in study by National Centers for Educational Accountability; participant in Just For Kids study and in UW study of SLCs and media services; UW Ackerley Partner.
- Over 90% of staff are members of Critical Friends Groups focusing increasing student through improved instruction. Teachers also collaborate on late-start days for integration of curriculum, project development and discussion of student needs.
- Technology used for: Graphing calculators and computer programs in math, lab and computer programs in science, Internet research, word processing and spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, exhibitions, iMovies), Web design and DLC. Computer workstations for every teacher with video projecting and document cameras for each classroom. Teachers construct special projects, post homework assignments electronically and communicate with parents via e-mail.
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| Recipient of Dept of Education Small Learning Community grant; OSPI Special Education Inclusion Grant; adoption of research-based Interactive Math Program; metro transportation allows for greatest participation in after school activity program and before/after school tutoring; active PTSA and Alumni Foundation raise funds annually to support academic programs; visited by over 90 high schools from throughout the world as a focus of education reform; regularly meets Annual Yearly Progress on WASL possessing among the highest scores in reading, writing, math, and science. |
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