Serving 180 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Neah Bay 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Neah Bay Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 722.2 square miles in Neah Bay, WA. Families typically face a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 32.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Neah Bay Elementary School's student population of 180 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
In partnership with the Cape Flattery Communities, is to ensure that each student be given the opportunity to gain the knowledge, skills and self esteem necessary to become a contributing member of society.
School Rankings
Neah Bay 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 Neah Bay Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1084 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
52%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
18%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-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 Neah Bay Elementary School's ranking?
Neah Bay Elementary School is ranked #1084 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Neah Bay Elementary School?
180 students attend Neah Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Neah Bay Elementary School students are American Indian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neah Bay Elementary School?
Neah Bay Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Neah Bay Elementary School offer ?
Neah Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Neah Bay Elementary School part of?
Neah Bay Elementary School is part of Cape Flattery School District.
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