Serving 54 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: North River School's attendance zone covers the entire Cosmopolis, WA school district, encompassing approximately 122.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North River School's student population of 54 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.59, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
24%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)79.6%
34.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-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 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 83.8%.
How many students attend North River School?
54 students attend North River School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of North River School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
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 17:1.
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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