Serving 792 students in grades 3-5, Selah Intermediate 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 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Selah Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Selah Intermediate School's student population of 792 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
792 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Selah Intermediate 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 Selah Intermediate School is 0.53, 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
#967 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)54%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
36%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
59%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Selah Intermediate School's ranking?
Selah Intermediate School is ranked #967 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Selah Intermediate School?
792 students attend Selah Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Selah Intermediate School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Selah Intermediate School?
Selah Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Selah Intermediate School offer ?
Selah Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Selah Intermediate School part of?
Selah Intermediate School is part of Selah School District.
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