Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Pe Ell School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pe Ell School's student population of 274 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pe Ell School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pe Ell School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#978 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
86%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pe Ell School's ranking?
Pe Ell School is ranked #978 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pe Ell School?
The graduation rate of Pe Ell School is 80%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pe Ell School?
274 students attend Pe Ell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pe Ell School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pe Ell School?
Pe Ell School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pe Ell School offer ?
Pe Ell School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pe Ell School part of?
Pe Ell School is part of Pe Ell School District.
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