Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Conway School District 317 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Conway School District 317's student population of 442 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Conway School District 317 ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Conway School District 317 is 0.33, 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
#937 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
81%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Tennis
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Conway School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- We are nestled in the fertile farmlands and hills of the Skagit Valley between Mt. Vernon and Arlington, Washington.The Conway School has a rich history of providing high quality education for the students in the area, starting as early as the 1930s when a number of one-room schoolhouses were combined into the Conway School.Over the years the district`s commitment to excellence has taken many forms as staff strive to meet the needs of students to prepare them to move from our small K-8 district to one of the surrounding districts for high school.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Conway School District 317's ranking?
Conway School District 317 is ranked #937 out of 2,113 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Conway School District 317?
442 students attend Conway School District 317.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Conway School District 317 students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Conway School District 317?
Conway School District 317 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Conway School District 317 offer ?
Conway School District 317 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Conway School District 317 part of?
Conway School District 317 is part of Conway School District.
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