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 (26-27)
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Kahlotus Elementary and High serves an attendance zone that covers the entire Kahlotus school district, encompassing approximately 242.8 square miles in Kahlotus, WA. The zone's average distance from the school to its edge is about 12.5 miles, with the furthest point being 17.1 miles away, typically requiring a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
34.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
9%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Koyotes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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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