Serving 59 students in grades 8-12, Pend Oreille River School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pend Oreille River School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Pend Oreille River School's student population of 59 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Pend Oreille River School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pend Oreille River School is 0.40, 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
#790 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
16:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
76%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
7%
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 Pend Oreille River School's ranking?
Pend Oreille River School is ranked #790 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pend Oreille River School?
The graduation rate of Pend Oreille River School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pend Oreille River School?
59 students attend Pend Oreille River School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Pend Oreille River School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pend Oreille River School?
Pend Oreille River School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pend Oreille River School offer ?
Pend Oreille River School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pend Oreille River School part of?
Pend Oreille River School is part of Newport School District.
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