Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Pe Ell 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 25-29% (which is lower 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 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pe Ell School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Pe Ell School District, covering approximately 148.1 square miles. The area is located in Pe Ell, WA, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-15 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone being 13.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pe Ell School's student population of 284 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1912
School Motto
Educating Today for Tomorrow
School Rankings
Pe Ell 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 Pe Ell School is 0.33, 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
#1556 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
81%
47%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pe Ell School's ranking?
Pe Ell School is ranked #1556 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?
25-29% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Pe Ell School?
The graduation rate of Pe Ell School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Pe Ell School?
284 students attend Pe Ell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Pe Ell School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pe Ell School?
Pe Ell School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pe Ell School offer ?
Pe Ell School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pe Ell School part of?
Pe Ell School is part of Pe Ell School District.
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