Our report card.

We continually assess our own progress in achieving our mission. And while our vision is, by definition, something we’ll always strive to attain, our work has a measurable impact in our community. Here are a few statistics that highlight the success of Rainier Scholars.

• 100% of Cohort I scholars were accepted to 4 year colleges and universities with 95% having multiple college options
• Over 95% of our scholars achieve placement in public school advanced learning programs or independent school college prep settings
• Over 75% of our LD students report an increase in leadership activities in school and community during their high school years
• The cumulative Grade Point Average of students in our program is 3.25
• 100% of scholars who complete the 14 month academic phase demonstrate a significant improvement in reading and math skills

Currently in the 2009-10 school year:

• There are 350 students of color and their families currently participating in the Rainier Scholars program.
• Over 80% of families served are low income
• Over 85% of students served come from households without a college degree.

Measurable Outcomes by phase of the Rainier Scholars Program:

14-Month Academic Enrichment Phase (6th grade) 

• Build a community of support for high achieving students of color
• Prepare students for academic rigor in college track programs 
• Achieve 80% retention of scholars completing  the 14 Month phase
• Achieve 90% placement in advanced learning programs or independent schools 

Academic Counseling and Support Services (7th - 9th grades)  

• Maintain high levels of student achievement as measured through GPA
• Achieve 90% scholar retention
• Achieve 90% placement in High School college track programs
• Nurture community engagement across cohorts
• Provide opportunities for family engagement

Leadership Development (10th - 12th grades) 

• Prepare students for college success as measured through college prep benchmarks
• Enhance leadership skills and increase participation levels in leadership activities in school and community
• Increase skills for professional workplace success
• Achieve College admissions

College Support Services  

• Achieve college graduation for 100% of scholars who enroll in college
• Facilitate professional networking and career development opportunities through internships and workplace mentoring
• Encourage leadership development in all capacities of campus life