Serving 59 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Kahlotus Elementary & High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kahlotus Elementary & High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kahlotus Elementary & High School's student population of 59 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
59 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1916
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kahlotus Elementary & High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kahlotus Elementary & High School is 0.58, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1333 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
44%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
47%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Koyotes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kahlotus Elementary & High School's ranking?
Kahlotus Elementary & High School is ranked #1333 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kahlotus Elementary & High School?
59 students attend Kahlotus Elementary & High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Kahlotus Elementary & High School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kahlotus Elementary & High School?
Kahlotus Elementary & High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kahlotus Elementary & High School offer ?
Kahlotus Elementary & High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kahlotus Elementary & High School part of?
Kahlotus Elementary & High School is part of Kahlotus School District.
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