Serving 61 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, North River 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North River School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North River School's student population of 61 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
61 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Prepared for Life. Every Student Matters. Every Moment Matters.
School Rankings
North River 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 North River School is 0.48, 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
#1347 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
69%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North River School's ranking?
North River School is ranked #1347 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North River School?
The graduation rate of North River School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend North River School?
61 students attend North River School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of North River School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North River School?
North River School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does North River School offer ?
North River School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North River School part of?
North River School is part of North River School District.
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