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Skagit County Detention Center

605 3rd St
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Skagit County Detention Center serves 2 students in grades 8-12. 
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 2 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Skagit County Detention Center's student population of 2 students has declined by 71% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
1 teacher

School Rankings

The diversity score of Skagit County Detention Center is 0.51, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
50%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
50%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.51
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Skagit County Detention Center?
2 students attend Skagit County Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Skagit County Detention Center students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are White.
What grades does Skagit County Detention Center offer ?
Skagit County Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skagit County Detention Center part of?
Skagit County Detention Center is part of Northwest Educational Service District 189 School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 2 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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