SECONDARY OPTIONS

Secondary Options is a Title I public high school that is part of the Tumwater School District school district, located in Olympia, WA with about 124 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 4 teachers, Secondary Options has a student/teacher ratio of about 31:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Secondary Options, located at 7741 Littlerock Road SW in Olympia, Washington, is an alternative educational program operating under the Tumwater School District. The school is specifically designed to serve students who may benefit from a non-traditional learning environment, offering a more flexible approach to education than a standard comprehensive high school. By focusing on individualized instruction and personalized support, the program aims to help students who have struggled in traditional settings stay on track for graduation and successfully earn their high school diplomas.

The program is characterized by its small class sizes and a supportive atmosphere that prioritizes student-teacher relationships. Secondary Options provides a blend of academic rigor and social-emotional guidance, catering to students who may need credit recovery, an accelerated pace, or a different academic structure to thrive. By offering a smaller, more focused community, the school empowers students to overcome academic barriers and develop the skills necessary for their post-graduation goals, whether those include higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

For more information, contact Secondary Options at (360) 709-7760 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.