Lummi Nation Tribal School serves 297 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9%
- Science Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lummi Nation Tribal School's student population of 297 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lummi Nation Tribal School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
n/a
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.7%
34.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
39%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lummi Nation Tribal School often compared to?
Lummi Nation Tribal Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kendall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lummi Nation Tribal School?
297 students attend Lummi Nation Tribal School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Lummi Nation Tribal School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lummi Nation Tribal School?
Lummi Nation Tribal School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lummi Nation Tribal School offer ?
Lummi Nation Tribal School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lummi Nation Tribal School part of?
Lummi Nation Tribal School is part of Lummi Nation Tribal School District.
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