Serving 124 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Selkirk Elementary School ranks in the top 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Selkirk Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district of Metaline Falls, WA, encompassing approximately 590.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Selkirk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Selkirk Elementary School's student population of 124 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
124 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Selkirk Elementary 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 Selkirk Elementary 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
#862 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
White
81%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Selkirk Elementary School's ranking?
Selkirk Elementary School is ranked #862 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Selkirk Elementary School?
124 students attend Selkirk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Selkirk Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Selkirk Elementary School?
Selkirk Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Selkirk Elementary School offer ?
Selkirk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Selkirk Elementary School part of?
Selkirk Elementary School is part of Selkirk School District.
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