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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% 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
School Overview
Pend Oreille River School's student population of 59 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
59 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pend Oreille River School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pend Oreille River School is 0.30, 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
#798 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
83%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pend Oreille River School's ranking?
Pend Oreille River School is ranked #798 out of 2,088 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 41% 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 60-69%, which is lower 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?
83% of Pend Oreille River School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
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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