Lake Roosevelt Alternative School

412 Federal Ave
Coulee Dam, WA 99116
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 41 students in grades 9-12, Lake Roosevelt Alternative School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student-teacher ratio of 41:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 41 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 41:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • : 60-79% (Btm 50% in WA)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 1%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lake Roosevelt Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

School Overview

Lake Roosevelt Alternative School's student population of 41 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
41 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Motto
GCDSD ensures a safe and effective learning environment that empowers students to become successful members of a diverse society.

School Rankings

The diversity score of Lake Roosevelt Alternative School is 0.60, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
<50%
41%
(18-19)
<50%
61%
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
41:1
16:1
American Indian
59%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
19%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.60
60-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Roosevelt Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Lake Roosevelt Alternative School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lake Roosevelt Alternative School?
41 students attend Lake Roosevelt Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lake Roosevelt Alternative School students are American Indian, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Roosevelt Alternative School?
Lake Roosevelt Alternative School has a student ration of 41:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake Roosevelt Alternative School offer ?
Lake Roosevelt Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Roosevelt Alternative School part of?
Lake Roosevelt Alternative School is part of Grand Coulee Dam School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 41 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 41:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • : 60-79% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 1%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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