Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kettle Falls Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kettle Falls Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Kettle Falls school district, covering approximately 423.9 square miles in Kettle Falls, WA. Families in this area typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 21.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kettle Falls Elementary School's student population of 242 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, we can ensure your child's success.
School Rankings
Kettle Falls 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 Kettle Falls Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#1385 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)51.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kettle Falls Elementary School's ranking?
Kettle Falls Elementary School is ranked #1385 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kettle Falls Elementary School?
242 students attend Kettle Falls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Kettle Falls Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kettle Falls Elementary School?
Kettle Falls Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kettle Falls Elementary School offer ?
Kettle Falls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kettle Falls Elementary School part of?
Kettle Falls Elementary School is part of Kettle Falls School District.
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