The Connection School (Closed 2010)

The Connection School serves 21 students in grades 9-12. 
Minority enrollment was 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

School Overview

School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers (06-07)
2 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (WA)
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
n/a
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
95%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.10
Eligible for Free Lunch (03-04)
2%
27%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend The Connection School?
21 students attend The Connection School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of The Connection School students are White, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What grades does The Connection School offer ?
The Connection School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is The Connection School part of?
The Connection School is part of East Valley School District (Spokane).

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