Serving 126 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Nespelem Elementary 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nespelem Elementary School's student population of 126 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nespelem Elementary 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 Nespelem Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#2087 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
80%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nespelem Elementary School's ranking?
Nespelem Elementary School is ranked #2087 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Nespelem Elementary School?
126 students attend Nespelem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Nespelem Elementary School students are American Indian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nespelem Elementary School?
Nespelem Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Nespelem Elementary School offer ?
Nespelem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nespelem Elementary School part of?
Nespelem Elementary School is part of Nespelem School District.
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